From the Guidelines
Cefadroxil is available under several brand names, including Duricef, Ultracef, and Cefadrox. The medication is a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections, including urinary tract infections, skin infections, and streptococcal pharyngitis. According to the study 1, cefadroxil is listed as a 1st Generation cephalosporin with a dosage of 500 mg PO [q12h]. Key points to consider when prescribing cefadroxil include:
- The medication works by interfering with bacterial cell wall synthesis, causing the bacteria to rupture and die.
- Cefadroxil is typically taken once or twice daily, with dosages ranging from 500 mg to 1 gram depending on the infection being treated and patient factors such as age and kidney function.
- The medication is available in capsule, tablet, and oral suspension forms.
- Patients should complete the full course of treatment even if symptoms improve before the medication is finished to ensure the infection is completely eliminated and to reduce the risk of antibiotic resistance.
From the Research
Brand Name for Cefadroxil
- The studies provided do not mention a specific brand name for cefadroxil 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.
- Cefadroxil is referred to as an oral cephalosporin antibiotic in the studies, but no brand name is specified.
- The focus of the studies is on the efficacy, pharmacokinetics, and therapeutic properties of cefadroxil, rather than its brand name.
Availability of Brand Name Information
- None of the studies provide information on a brand name for cefadroxil.
- The studies are primarily concerned with the clinical efficacy and safety of cefadroxil, rather than its commercial or marketing aspects.
- As a result, there is no information available on a brand name for cefadroxil from the provided studies 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.