# Cefadroxil (Cefadroxil)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/cefadroxil
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Cefadroxil?

Cefadroxil is a cephalosporin antibiotic. It is prescribed to treat klebsiella infections, pharyngitis, impetigo. Across the United States, 9,000 doctors prescribe Cefadroxil to approximately 215,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Cefadroxil

## Indications

Cefadroxil is prescribed for several conditions including klebsiella infections, pharyngitis, impetigo, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Klebsiella Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/klebsiella-infections)
- [Pharyngitis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/pharyngitis)
- [Impetigo](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/impetigo)
- [Escherichia coli Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/escherichia-coli-infections)
- [Soft Tissue Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/soft-tissue-infections)
- [Proteus Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/proteus-infections)
- [Urinary Tract Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/urinary-tract-infections)

## Mechanism of action

Cefadroxil belongs to a group of medications called cephalosporin antibioticss. It works by affecting specific chemical processes in the body to produce its therapeutic effect.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: cephalosporin antibiotics
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

hepatic dysfunction including cholestasis and elevations in serum transaminase, genital pruritus, genital moniliasis, vaginitis, moderate transient neutropenia, fever

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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