Adrox 250mg Tablet DT

Written By Dr. Love Sharma, PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA

Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 23 Jul 2024 | 08:50 PM (IST)

Adrox 250mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection.

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General Information

Contains

Cefadroxil (250mg)

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Admac Pharma Ltd

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Product introduction

Adrox 250mg Tablet DT may be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or the common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.

The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, vomiting, stomach pain, nausea, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.

Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.

Uses of Adrox Tablet DT

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Adrox Tablet DT

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Adrox 250mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Side effects of Adrox Tablet DT

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Adrox

Rash
Vomiting
Allergic reaction
Stomach pain
Nausea
Diarrhea

How to use Adrox Tablet DT

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Adrox 250mg Tablet DT may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Adrox Tablet DT works

Adrox 250mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Adrox 250mg Tablet DT to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Discontinue Adrox 250mg Tablet DT and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Adrox 250mg Tablet DT does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Adrox 250mg Tablet DT is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Adrox 250mg Tablet DT is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Adrox 250mg Tablet DT, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Adrox 250mg Tablet DT alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CAUTION

Adrox 250mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Adrox 250mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Adrox 250mg Tablet DT is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Adrox 250mg Tablet DT may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

Can the use of Adrox 250mg Tablet DT cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Adrox 250mg Tablet DT can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

What if Adrox 250mg Tablet DT doesn't work?

Talk to your doctor if Adrox 250mg Tablet DT doesn't seem to work for you. Your doctor may increase the dose of Adrox 250mg Tablet DT or switch you to an alternate option, which may work for you.

What if I don't get better after using Adrox 250mg Tablet DT?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Can I stop taking Adrox 250mg Tablet DT when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Adrox 250mg Tablet DT and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Is Adrox 250mg Tablet DT good for urinary tract infection?

Adrox 250mg Tablet DT is a relatively safe and effective antibiotic that is available for the treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infection (UTI).

Is Adrox 250mg Tablet DT safe?

Adrox 250mg Tablet DT is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Narrow- specttrum {First generation cephalosporins}

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cephalosporins: 1st generation

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References

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 219-20.
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Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-98. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Patient concerns

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

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Dermatology

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I have a history of recurring yeast and bacterial vaginosis infections.

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Tab metrogyl 500 mg twice a day x 5 days and tab fluconazole 150 mg three doses alternate days

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Address: SCO 84, Sector 5, Panchkula (Haryana), 134112 INDIA.

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Adrox 250mg Tablet DT

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Adrox Tablet DT

Benefits of Adrox Tablet DT

Side effects of Adrox Tablet DT

How to use Adrox Tablet DT

How Adrox Tablet DT works

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Can the use of Adrox 250mg Tablet DT cause diarrhea?

What if Adrox 250mg Tablet DT doesn't work?

What if I don't get better after using Adrox 250mg Tablet DT?

Can I stop taking Adrox 250mg Tablet DT when my symptoms are relieved?

Is Adrox 250mg Tablet DT good for urinary tract infection?

Is Adrox 250mg Tablet DT safe?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

Patient concerns

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

I have a history of recurring yeast and bacterial vaginosis infections.

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Have issue with the content

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