Uses of Kopridoxil

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1. What is Kopridoxil?

Drug name: Kopridoxil drug
Category: Pain reliever, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory
KDK: VD-25505-16 is manufactured by Phil Inter Pharma Co., Ltd - VIETNAM.
Ingredients: Kopridoxil medicine contains Cefadroxil (in the form of Cefadroxil monohydrate) 500mg
Dosage form: Hard capsule

2. Uses of the drug Kopridoxil

2.1 Indications Indications for Kopridoxil:
Urinary tract infections: Acute and chronic pyelonephritis, cystitis, urethritis. Respiratory tract infections: tonsillitis, pharyngitis, bronchopneumonia and lobar pneumonia, acute and chronic bronchitis, lung abscess, empyema, pleurisy, laryngitis, otitis media . Skin and soft tissue infections: lymphadenitis, abscess, cellulitis, ulcer. Osteomyelitis, septic arthritis. Comply with the correct use of the drug according to the indications (uses, functions for whom) written on the Kopridoxil instruction sheet or the doctor's prescription sheet. 2.2 Dosage - How to use Adults:
500mg - 1g / time orally 1 or 2 times a day depending on the degree of infection.
Dosage adjustment is required in the elderly and in patients with renal impairment.
Children:
Children 1-6 years old: 250mg, 2 times daily. Children over 6 years: 500mg, 2 times daily. It is necessary to apply the exact dose of Kopridoxil indicated on the package, the drug leaflet or the instructions of the doctor or pharmacist. Do not arbitrarily calculate, apply or change the dose.
2.3 Overdose, missed dose and treatment Overdose:
Prescription drugs require a prescription from a doctor or pharmacist. Over-the-counter medicines require a leaflet from the manufacturer. Carefully read and follow the exact dose indicated on the prescription or medication leaflet. When taking an overdose of Kopridoxil, it is necessary to stop taking it, immediately notify a doctor or pharmacist when there are abnormal manifestations. In case of an overdose of Kopridoxil, there are symptoms that require emergency: Call 911 immediately for guidance and help. Family members should bring medical records, all prescriptions/pots of medicine that have been and are being used so that doctors can quickly diagnose and treat
Missed dose and treatment:
Usually drugs can be taken in about 1-2 hours longer than prescribed in the prescription. Unless there is a strict rule about the time of use, the medicine can be taken a few hours after forgetting. However, if the time is too far from the time you need to drink, you should not take it, which can be dangerous for the body. It is necessary to strictly adhere to or consult a doctor before making a decision.

3. Side effects when taking the drug Kopridoxil

Side effects when using Kopridoxil:
Most of the side effects are mild, common side effects are nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea Usually side effects or unwanted effects (Adverse) Drug Reaction (ADR) side effects that go away when the drug is stopped. If there are rare side effects that are not mentioned in the leaflet. Inform your doctor or medical officer immediately if you suspect any side effects of Kopridoxil.

4. Notes when using Kopridoxil

Contraindications:
Do not use for patients with hypersensitivity to Cephalosporin antibiotics. Normally, people who are allergic to any substance in the composition of the drug should not use the drug. Other cases are specified in the drug leaflet or doctor's prescription. Contraindications to the drug Kopridoxil must be understood as an absolute contraindication, ie not for any reason that contraindications can be used flexibly. Notes and precautions before taking Kopridoxil
Use caution in patients who are allergic to penicillin antibiotics. Use with caution in patients with renal failure, patients with gastrointestinal disease. Long-term use of cefadroxil may result in overgrowth of non-susceptible strains. The patient should be carefully monitored, if superinfection, the drug must be stopped. The subjects to note before taking Kopridoxil: the elderly, pregnant women, lactating women, children under 15 years old, people with liver failure, kidney failure, people with hypersensitivity to any substance in the drug. ingredients of the drug... Or subjects with myasthenia gravis, hepatic coma, stomach ulcers Note during pregnancy
Consider and consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking the medicine. Even tested drugs still have risks when used.
Note the breastfeeding period
Mothers need to carefully weigh the benefits and risks for mother and baby. Do not arbitrarily use the drug without carefully reading the instructions for use and instructions of the doctor to protect the mother and baby

5. Drug interactions

What drugs can interact with Kopridoxil?
Remember that drug interactions with other drugs are often quite complicated due to the influence of many ingredients in the drug. Studies or recommendations usually only state common interactions with use. Therefore, do not arbitrarily apply information about Kopridoxil drug interactions if you are not a researcher, doctor or medical person.
Drug interactions Kopridoxil with food, drink
Consider using the drug together with alcohol, tobacco, alcoholic or fermented drinks. Factors that can change the composition of the drug. See details in the leaflet or consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid light. Carefully read the instructions for storage of the drug on the package and the leaflet for use of Kopridoxil. Check the expiry date of the medicine. When not in use, the drug should be collected and disposed of according to the instructions of the manufacturer or the person in charge of medicine. Conventional drugs are stored at room temperature, avoiding direct sunlight or high temperature, which can cause the drug's ingredients to be metabolized.

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