CEFADROXIL (sef a DROX il) is a cephalosporin antibiotic. It is  used to treat certain kinds of bacterial  infections. It It  will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider  or pharmacist if you have questions. 

What  should I tell my health care provider before I take  this medicine? 

They need to know if you have any of these conditions: 

• bleeding problems 
• kidney disease 
• stomach or intestine problems (especially colitis) 
• an unusual or allergic reaction  to cefadroxil, other cephalosporin antibiotics, penicillin, penicillamine, other foods, dyes or preservatives 
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant 
• breast-feeding 

How should I use this medicine? 

Take this medicine  by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Shake well before using. Use a specially marked spoon  or container to measure your medicine. Ask your pharmacist if  you do not have one because household spoons are  not accurate. You can  take the medicine with  or without food. If  it upsets your stomach it may help to  take it with food. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine  more often than directed. Finish all the medicine you are  prescribed even if you think  your infection is better.

Talk  to your pediatrician regarding  the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. Cefadroxil has been used in children as young as 1 month old. 

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much  of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once. 

NOTE: This medicine is only for you.  Do not share this medicine with others. 

What if I miss a dose? 

If you miss a dose, take  it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only  that dose.  Do not take double or extra doses. There should be an interval  of at least 6 hours between doses. 

What may interact with this medicine? 

• other antibiotics 
• probenecid

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give  your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, ordietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol,  or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine. 

What should I watch for while using this medicine? 

Tell your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not get better in a few days. 

If you are diabetic you may get a false-positive result for sugar in your urine. Check  with your doctor or health care professional before you change your diet or  the dose of  your diabetes medicine. 

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine? 

Side effects that  you should report  to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible: 

• allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling  of the face, lips, or tongue
• breathing problems 
• dizziness
• fever or chills 
• redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth 
• seizures
• severe or watery diarrhea 
• sore throat 
• swollen joints 
• trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine 
• unusually weak or tired 

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): 

• diarrhea
• gas or heartburn 
• nausea, vomiting 

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA.