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Droxicef 500 is used to treat inflammation caused by bacterial or fungal infections. Medicines can only be used when prescribed by a doctor, so you will not be able to buy them in pharmacies without a prescription. Here is some information to help you understand what Droxicef 500 does.
1. Uses of the drug Droxicef 500
Droxicef 500 is an antibiotic capable of inhibiting bacteria that appear on the cell wall. Most gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria can be treated with drugs. When checking medical records, the doctor will base on some of the following indications:
Arthritis Osteomyelitis Otitis media Empyema pleurisy Lung abscess Bronchitis Lobar pneumonia Acute and chronic bronchitis Inflammation pharyngitis Laryngitis Tonsillitis Urethritis Cystitis Acute or chronic pyelonephritis Skin or soft tissue abscess Skin or soft tissue abscess Lymphadenopathy Cellulitis Droxicef 500 may be prescribed for several conditions other than just specified above. However, the main use of the drug is still inhibition and antibacterial. Depending on the specific situation, the doctor will recommend the most appropriate use of the drug.
2. Dosage and how to use Droxicef 500
Droxicef 500 is for oral use, so it is important to prepare an extra glass of water when taking the medicine. The time to take the medicine can refer to the doctor's prescription. While taking the drug, always pay attention to ensure that the requirements are on time and in the right dose to ensure safety for your health.
Dosage of Droxicef 500 may be adjusted due to various factors. However, the dose below can be considered as a base dose for your reference:
Dosage for children and adults weighing over 40 kg This subject is used to a dose of about 0.5 - 1 g per day. time. A patient is required to use 2 times a day or can change flexibly based on the actual level of infection. Some patients with uncomplicated or symptomatic infections of the skin, tissues or urinary tract can receive a single dose of 1 g/day.
Dosage for children under 6 years old weighing less than 40 kg Children are subject to many limitations because drugs can interact and affect the future. Therefore, prescribing drugs for children should be based on many factors to minimize side effects affecting the child's development. Usually children under 6 years old with a weight not exceeding 40kg will use a dose of 0.5g each time. Use the drug twice a day with the indicated dose
Dosage for patients with renal failure and the elderly Dosage for the elderly or patients with renal failure depends on creatinine clearance. The initial dose will probably be 0.5 -1 g. The doctor will then use the bar rate to measure the interval between doses. Rates below 10ml/min are used every 36 hours, 11-25 ml/min are used every 24 hours, and 20 to 25ml/min are used 12 hours apart.
3. Precautions before taking Droxicef 500
Droxicef 500 is contraindicated in patients with a history of allergy to antibiotics of the Cephalosporin group. If you are not sensitive or allergic to the ingredients of the drug, you should be careful with the first dose, to avoid allergic reactions after taking the drug.
The duration of treatment with Droxicef 500 should be specified. Avoid patients prolonging the use of drugs that affect the effectiveness of the drug. Children and women who are pregnant or breast-feeding without prescription drugs should not self-medicate unless prescribed by a doctor.
4. Side effects of the drug Droxicef 500
After taking the drug, patients often experience the main symptoms as vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain. This may be a side effect or the body is getting used to the drug, so it is necessary to monitor and notify the doctor for timely control. In addition, patients should note some other rare side effects but can seriously affect their health:
Leukopenia Urticaria Vaginitis Pain testicle swelling Candida yeast infection Anaphylactic shock Fever Leukopenia neutral Hemolysis causing anemia Jaundice Increased liver enzymes Convulsions Joint pain The side effects of Droxicef 500 can seriously affect the patient's health as well as the outcome of treatment later. Therefore, if any adverse reactions are detected after the patient uses Droxicef 500, treatment should be discontinued to reduce the severity of the patient's health.
5. Interaction with Droxicef 500
When using Droxicef 500 with Cholestyramine, the body will absorb the drug more slowly than usual. Some other drugs also have the risk of reducing the ability to excrete, causing liver toxicity. Therefore, patients need to actively inform their doctors about the drugs they are taking to consider the risk of interactions. Although Droxicef 500 can fight infection, it also causes many dangerous side effects. To be on the safe side, use the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. At the same time, regularly check your health to assess your condition to help your doctor promptly adjust the appropriate dose.
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