Duricef (Cefadroxil) Patient Information: Missed a Dose and What Should I Avoid at RxList

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May 27, 2012

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Sore throat facts

Most sore throats are caused by viruses or mechanical causes (such as mouth breathing) and can be treated successfully at home.
Sore throat symptoms include pain, burning or scratching sensations at the back of the throat, pain when swallowing, and tenderness in the neck. Sore throat symptoms may be accompanied by coughing, sneezing, fever, and swollen lymph nodes.
Home remedies for sore throat include saltwater gargles, sprays, lozenges and humidifiers. Do not give lozenges to young children as they are a choking hazard.
Any sore throat that has a rapid onset and is associated with a fever or tenderness of the front of the neck may be serious and should be seen by a doctor.
Any sore throat that causes a person to have difficulty swallowing (not just pain with swallowing) or breathing should be seen by a health care ...

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Duricef Patient Information including If I Miss a Dose

What happens if I miss a dose (Duricef)?

Take the medication as soon as you remember the missed dose. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and use the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose (Duricef)?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

Symptoms of a cefadroxil overdose are not known.

What should I avoid while taking cefadroxil (Duricef)?

Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or has blood in it, call your doctor. Do not use any medicine to stop the diarrhea unless your doctor has told you to.

What other drugs will affect cefadroxil (Duricef)?

There may be other drugs that can interact with cefadroxil. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start taking a new medication without telling your doctor.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist can provide more information about cefadroxil.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

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