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Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup

Manufacturer :  Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Cefadroxil
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup

Being a cephalosporin antibiotic, Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup helps in treating bacterial infections affecting the skin, tonsils, throat and urinary tract. It also kills the bacteria, which helps in preventing the infection. It is also available in the form of a capsule, tablet and liquid to be taken orally. Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup is usually taken with or without food once or twice in a day. However, it is better to take this medication with food to reduce the symptoms of stomach upset and nausea. You should take the medication as recommended by your doctor.

In case you miss a dose, you can have it as soon as you remember it but do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one. Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup has some mild side effects like gas, heartburn, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting. They normally do not require any medical supervision and go away in a few days.

In case of children, you must consult paediatrician before starting the medication as there is a possibility that special care may be required. Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup can show a false-positive result in some diabetic urine-testing products. It can also affect the result of other lab tests. Ensure to inform the people doing the lab test or the doctor if you are under this medication.

    What are the uses of Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup

    • Pyelonephritis

      Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup treats Pyelonephritis which is a type of kidney infection caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

    • Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis

      Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup helps in treating Tonsilitis/Pharyngitis caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae.

    • Urinary Tract Infection

      Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup is used in the treatment of infections in the urinary tract caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

    • Impetigo

      Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup is used in the treatment of impetigo which is a highly contagious skin infection caused by Streptococcus or Staphylococcus.

    What are the contraindications of Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup ?

    • Allergy

      Avoid if you have a known allergy to Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup or any other Beta-lactam antibiotics like penicillins and cephalosporins.

    What are the side effects of Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup ?

    Key highlights of Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup is excreted in urine and the effect lasts for a duration of 4 to 8 hours.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The peak effect of Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup could be observed in 1 to 1.3 hours after oral administration.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Pregnant women should not use this medication. Consult doctor before using Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No habit forming tendency has been reported.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup is known to be excreted through human breast milk. Take this medication only if clearly needed under doctor's supervision. Monitoring of undesired effects like diarrhea is necessary.

    What are the substitutes for Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

    How does this medication work?

    Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup belongs to the first generation cephalosporins. It works as a bactericidal by inhibiting the bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to the penicillin-binding proteins which would inhibit the growth and multiplication of bacteria.

      What are the interactions of Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Alcohol

        Alcohol

        Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
      • Interaction with Lab Test

        Lab

        Information not available.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        Chloramphenicol

        The desired effect of Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup will not be achieved if these medicines are taken together. Appropriate dose adjustments or an alternate medicine should be considered based on clinical condition.

        Ethinyl Estradiol

        The desired effect of contraceptive pills will not achieve if these medicines are used together. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

        Furosemide

        You may experience nausea or vomiting, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain, and fluid retention if these medicines are used together. This interaction is more likely to occur in the elderly population with preexisting kidney disease. Regular kidney function tests are to be performed and appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Colitis

        Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup is not recommended in any gastrointestinal disease. It may cause an imbalance in the normal microbial flora of the large intestine and causes symptoms like severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, and blood in stools.

        Seizure Disorders

        Use with caution if you suffer from seizures. Discontinue if seizure is due to Droxyl Rediuse 250 MG Syrup. Start with appropriate Anticonvulsant medicine if it is clinically indicated.
      • Interaction with Food

        Food

        Information not available.
      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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