Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Codroxil is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Codroxil does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Codroxil has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Codroxil is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Codroxil is not harmful for the heart.
Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet
You can take Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet
Consuming limited amounts of alcohol while taking Codroxil 500 Mg Tablet does not cause any harmful effects. But it is best to observe caution.
Codroxil contains cefalexin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against a wide variety of bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of a cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Codroxil is effective against bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Beta-hemolytic streptococci, Moraxella catarrhalis, Staphylococci strains, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Proteus mirabilis, and Klebsiella species.
No Codroxil does not cause dizziness. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
Yes, Codroxil might treat BV (bacterial vaginosis) which is the excessive growth of bacteria in the vagina. Scientific evidence suggests that it can be used for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis.
The dosage of Codroxil may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of the infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.
Yes, Codroxil can be taken with tylenol. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with paracetamol then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
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