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to make a child sleepy.

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glaucoma
a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland

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taking sedatives or tranquilizers.

When using this product

drowsiness may occur
avoid alcoholic beverages
alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
excitability may occur, especially in children

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

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Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Do not use

to make a child sleepy.

Ask a doctor before use if you have

glaucoma
a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland

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taking sedatives or tranquilizers.

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temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:

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West-ward Pharmaceutical Corp

Cefadroxil | L&r Distributors, Inc.

adults and children 12 years of age and over 1 tablet every 4 to 6 hours. Do not take more than 6 tablets in 24 hours
children 6 to under 12 years of age
1/2 tablet (break tablet in half) every 4 to 6 hours. Do not exceed 3 whole tablets in 24 hours. children under 6 years of age
do not use this product in children under 6 years of age

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Orchid Healthcare (A Division Of Orchid Chemicals And Pharmaceuticals Ltd.)

Cefadroxil | Orchid Healthcare (a Division Of Orchid Chemicals And Pharmaceuticals Ltd.)

Cefadroxil is acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.
Adults
Urinary Tract Infections: For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).

Skin and Skin Structure Infections: For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis: Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis-1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of Cefadroxil should be administered for at least 10 days.
Renal Impairment
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil monohydrate and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 m2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.
Creatinine Clearances Dosage Interval 0-10 mL/min 36 hours 10-25 mL/min 24 hours 25-50 mL/min 12 hours
Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

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Teva Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc

Cefadroxil | Teva Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc

Cefadroxil for oral suspension is acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.
Adults Urinary Tract Infections
For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).
Skin and Skin Structure Infections
For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).
Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis
Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis – 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil for oral suspension should be administered for at least 10 days.

See chart for total daily dosage for children.
DAILY DOSAGE OF CEFADROXIL FOR ORAL SUSPENSION USP Child’s Weight lbs kg 250 mg/5 mL 500 mg/5 mL 10 4.5 ½ tsp 20 9.1 1 tsp 30 13.6 1½ tsp 40 18.2 2 tsp 1 tsp 50 22.7 2½ tsp 1¼ tsp 60 27.3 3 tsp 1½ tsp 70 & above 31.8 + -- 2 tsp Renal Impairment
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil for oral suspension and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 m2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.
Creatinine Clearances Dosage Interval 0 to 10 mL/min 36 hours 10 to 25 mL/min 24 hours 25 to 50 mL/min 12 hours
Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.
Reconstitution Directions for Oral Suspension Bottle Size Reconstitution Directions 100 mL Suspend in a total of 82 mL water. Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder. Add 82 mL of water in two portions. Shake well after each addition. 75 mL Suspend in a total of 62 mL water. Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder. Add 62 mL of water in two portions. Shake well after each addition. 50 mL Suspend in a total of 43 mL water. Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder. Add 43 mL of water in two portions. Shake well after each addition. After reconstitution, store in refrigerator. Shake well before using. Keep container tightly closed. Discard unused portion after 14 days.

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Physicians Total Care, Inc.

Cefadroxil | Physicians Total Care, Inc.

Cefadroxil is acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.
Adults
Urinary Tract Infections: For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d).

Skin and Skin Structure Infections: For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d).

Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis: Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis - 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d) for 10 days.

Cefadroxil oral suspension may be more suitable for pediatric patients.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil should be administered for at least 10 days.
Renal Impairment
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 M2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.
Creatinine Clearances Dosage Interval 0 to 10 mL/min 36 hours 10 to 25 mL/min 24 hours 25 to 50 mL/min 12 hours
Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

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Physicians Total Care, Inc.

Cefadroxil | Physicians Total Care, Inc.

Cefadroxil monohydrate is acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.
Adults
Urinary Tract Infections: For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).

Skin and Skin Structure Infections: For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis: Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis — 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be administered for at least 10 days.
See chart for total daily dosage for children. DAILY DOSAGE OF CEFADROXIL FOR ORAL SUSPENSION Child’s Weight lbs kg 125 mg/5mL 250 mg/5mL 500mg/5mL 10 4.5 1 tsp ½ tsp
20 9.1 2 tsp 1 tsp
30 13.6 3 tsp 1 ½ tsp
40 18.2 4 tsp 2 tsp 1 tsp 50 22.7 5 tsp 2 ½ tsp 1 ¼ tsp 60 27.3 6 tsp 3 tsp 1 ½ tsp 70 & above 31.8+ — — 2 tsp Renal Impairment:
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil monohydrate and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 M2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.
Creatinine Clearances Dosage Interval 0 to 10 mL/min 36 hours 10 to 25 mL/min 24 hours 25 to 50 mL/min 12 hours
Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.
Bottle Size Reconstitution Directions 100 mL Suspend in a total of 70mL of water. Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder. Add 70 mL of water in two portions. Shake well after each addition. 75 mL Suspend in a total of 53 mL of water. Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder. Add 53 mL of water in two portions. Shake well after each addition. 50 mL Suspend in a total of 35 mL of water. Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder. Add 35 mL of water in two portions. Shake well after each addition. After reconstitution, store in refrigerator. Shake well before using. Keep container tightly closed. Discard unused portion after 14 days.

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Rebel Distributors Corp

Cefadroxil | Rebel Distributors Corp

Cefadroxil is acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.
Adults Urinary Tract Infections:
For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).
Skin and Skin Structure Infections:
For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).
Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis:
Treatment of group A β-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis--1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil should be administered for at least 10 days.
Renal Impairment:
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 m2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.
Creatinine Clearances Dosage Interval 0-10 mL/min 36 hours 10-25 mL/min 24 hours 25-50 mL/min 12 hours
Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

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Sandoz Inc

Cefadroxil | Sandoz Inc

Cefadroxil monohydrate is acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.
Adults Urinary Tract Infections
For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).
Skin and Skin Structure Inections
For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).
Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis
Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis–1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil should be administered for at least 10 days.
Renal Impairment
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 m2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.
Creatinine Clearances Dosage Interval 0-10 mL/min 36 hours 10-25 mL/min 24 hours 25-50 mL/min 12 hours
Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

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Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Cefadroxil | Liddell Laboratories

Adults and children over 12 Spray twice under the tongue up to six times per day until symptoms are relieved.

Children 12 and under Consult a doctor prior to use.

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H.j. Harkins Company, Inc.

Cefadroxil | H.j. Harkins Company, Inc.

Cefadroxil capsules are acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.
Adults
Urinary Tract Infections: For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).

Skin and Skin Structure Infections: For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis: Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis— 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be administered for at least 10 days.
Renal Impairment
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil monohydrate and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 M²]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.
Creatinine Clearance
Dosage Interval
0-10 mL/min
36 hours
10-25 mL/min
24 hours
25-50 mL/min
12 hours

Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

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Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Cefadroxil | Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Cefadroxil is acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.

Adults

Urinary Tract Infections: For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

      For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).

      Skin and Skin Structure Infections: For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

      Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis: Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis—1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.

Children

For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil should be administered for at least 10 days. Renal Impairment
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 m 2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.
Creatinine Clearances
Dosage Interval
0-10 mL/min
36 hours
10-25 mL/min
24 hours
25-50 mL/min
12 hours
     Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

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Stat Rx Usa Llc

Cefadroxil | Stat Rx Usa Llc

Cefadroxil is acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.

Adults

Urinary Tract Infections: For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

      For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).

      Skin and Skin Structure Infections: For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

      Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis: Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis—1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.

Children

For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil should be administered for at least 10 days. Renal Impairment
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 m 2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.
Creatinine Clearances
Dosage Interval
0-10 mL/min
36 hours
10-25 mL/min
24 hours
25-50 mL/min
12 hours
     Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

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Rebel Distributors Corp

Cefadroxil | Rebel Distributors Corp

Cefadroxil capsules are acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.
Adults
Urinary Tract Infections: For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).

Skin and Skin Structure Infections: For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis: Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis— 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be administered for at least 10 days.
Renal Impairment
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil monohydrate and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 M²]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.
Creatinine Clearance
Dosage Interval
0-10 mL/min
36 hours
10-25 mL/min
24 hours
25-50 mL/min
12 hours

Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

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Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Cefadroxil | Tja Health Llc

Adults and children 2 years and older: Brush teeth thoroughly, preferably after each meal or at least twice a day, or as directed by a dentist or doctor. Instruct children under 6 years of age in good brushing and rinsing habits (to minimize swallowing). Supervise children as necessary until capable of using without supervision. Children under 2 years: Consult a dentist or doctor.

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A-s Medication Solutions Llc

Cefadroxil | A-s Medication Solutions Llc

Cefadroxil capsules are acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.
Adults
Urinary Tract Infections: For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).

Skin and Skin Structure Infections: For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis: Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis— 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be administered for at least 10 days.
Renal Impairment
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil monohydrate and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 M²]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.
Creatinine Clearance
Dosage Interval
0-10 mL/min
36 hours
10-25 mL/min
24 hours
25-50 mL/min
12 hours

Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

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Ranbaxy Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Cefadroxil | Ranbaxy Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Cefadroxil monohydrate is acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.
Adults
Urinary Tract Infections: For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).

Skin and Skin Structure Infections: For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis: Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis — 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be administered for at least 10 days.
See chart for total daily dosage for children. DAILY DOSAGE OF CEFADROXIL FOR ORAL SUSPENSION Child’s Weight lbs kg 125 mg/5mL 250 mg/5mL 500mg/5mL 10 4.5 1 tsp ½ tsp 20 9.1 2 tsp 1 tsp 30 13.6 3 tsp 1 ½ tsp 40 18.2 4 tsp 2 tsp 1 tsp 50 22.7 5 tsp 2 ½ tsp 1 ¼ tsp 60 27.3 6 tsp 3 tsp 1 ½ tsp 70 & above 31.8+ — — 2 tsp Renal Impairment:
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil monohydrate and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 M2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.
Creatinine Clearances Dosage Interval 0 to 10 mL/min 36 hours 10 to 25 mL/min 24 hours 25 to 50 mL/min 12 hours
Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

Reconstitution Directions for Oral Suspension
Bottle Size Reconstitution Directions 100 mL Suspend in a total of 70mL of water. Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder. Add 70 mL of water in two portions. Shake well after each addition. 75 mL Suspend in a total of 53 mL of water. Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder. Add 53 mL of water in two portions. Shake well after each addition. 50 mL Suspend in a total of 35 mL of water. Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder. Add 35 mL of water in two portions. Shake well after each addition. After reconstitution, store in refrigerator. Shake well before using. Keep container tightly closed. Discard unused portion after 14 days. Adults
Urinary Tract Infections: For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).

Skin and Skin Structure Infections: For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis: Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis — 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be administered for at least 10 days.
See chart for total daily dosage for children. DAILY DOSAGE OF CEFADROXIL FOR ORAL SUSPENSION Child’s Weight lbs kg 125 mg/5mL 250 mg/5mL 500mg/5mL 10 4.5 1 tsp ½ tsp 20 9.1 2 tsp 1 tsp 30 13.6 3 tsp 1 ½ tsp 40 18.2 4 tsp 2 tsp 1 tsp 50 22.7 5 tsp 2 ½ tsp 1 ¼ tsp 60 27.3 6 tsp 3 tsp 1 ½ tsp 70 & above 31.8+ — — 2 tsp Renal Impairment:
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil monohydrate and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 M2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.
Creatinine Clearances Dosage Interval 0 to 10 mL/min 36 hours 10 to 25 mL/min 24 hours 25 to 50 mL/min 12 hours
Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

Reconstitution Directions for Oral Suspension
Bottle Size Reconstitution Directions 100 mL Suspend in a total of 70mL of water. Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder. Add 70 mL of water in two portions. Shake well after each addition. 75 mL Suspend in a total of 53 mL of water. Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder. Add 53 mL of water in two portions. Shake well after each addition. 50 mL Suspend in a total of 35 mL of water. Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder. Add 35 mL of water in two portions. Shake well after each addition. After reconstitution, store in refrigerator. Shake well before using. Keep container tightly closed. Discard unused portion after 14 days.

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Northstar Rx Llc

Cefadroxil | Northstar Rx Llc

Cefadroxil for Oral Suspension is acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.
Adults
Urinary Tract Infections: For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).

Skin and Skin Structure Infections: For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis: Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis-1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be administered for at least 10 days.

See chart for total daily dosage for children.
DAILY DOSAGE OF CEFADROXIL FOR ORAL SUSPENSION Child’s Weight lbs kg 250 mg/5 mL 500 mg/5 mL 10 4.5 ½ tsp 20 9.1 1 tsp 30 13.6 1 ½ tsp 40 18.2 2 tsp 1 tsp 50 22.7 2 ½ tsp 1 ¼ tsp 60 27.3 3 tsp 1 ½ tsp 70 & above 31.8+ — 2 tsp Renal Impairment
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil monohydrate and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 m2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.
Creatinine Clearances Dosage Interval 0-10 mL/min 36 hours 10-25 mL/min 24 hours 25-50 mL/min 12 hours
Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.
Reconstitution Directions for Oral Suspension Bottle Size Reconstitution Directions 100 mL Suspend in a total of 61 mL water.
Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder.
Add 61 mL of water in two portions.
Shake well after each addition. 75 mL Suspend in a total of 46 mL water.
Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder.
Add 46 mL of water in two portions.
Shake well after each addition. 50 mL 250 mg/5 mL Strength:
Suspend in a total of 31 mL water.
Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder.
Add 31 mL of water in two portions.
Shake well after each addition.
500 mg/5 mL Strength:
Suspend in a total of 30 mL water.
Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder.
Add 30 mL of water in two portions.
Shake well after each addition. After reconsitution, store in refrigerator. Shake well before using.
Keep container tightly closed. Discard unused portion after 14 days.

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Aidarex Pharmaceuticals Llc

Cefadroxil | Aidarex Pharmaceuticals Llc

Cefadroxil capsules are acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.
Adults
Urinary Tract Infections: For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).

Skin and Skin Structure Infections: For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis: Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis— 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be administered for at least 10 days.
Renal Impairment
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil monohydrate and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 M²]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.
Creatinine Clearance
Dosage Interval
0-10 mL/min
36 hours
10-25 mL/min
24 hours
25-50 mL/min
12 hours

Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

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Aurobindo Pharma Limited

Cefadroxil | Aurobindo Pharma Limited

Cefadroxil is acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.
Adults
Urinary Tract Infections: For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).

Skin and Skin Structure Infections: For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis: Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis—1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil should be administered for at least 10 days.
Renal Impairment
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 m2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.

Creatinine Clearances Dosage Interval 0 to 10 mL/min
36 hours
10 to 25 mL/min
24 hours
25 to 50 mL/min
12 hours

Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

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Aurobindo Pharma Limited

Cefadroxil | Aurobindo Pharma Limited

Cefadroxil is acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.

Adults

Urinary Tract Infections: For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).

Skin and Skin Structure Infections: For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis: Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis—1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.

Children

For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil should be administered for at least 10 days.

See chart for total daily dosage for children.

DAILY DOSAGE OF CEFADROXIL SUSPENSION Child’s Weight Ibs                 kg 250 mg/5 mL 500 mg/5 mL       10
    4.5
    ½ tsp

   20
    9.1
    1 tsp

      30
13.6
    1½ tsp

      40
18.2
    2 tsp
    1 tsp
    50
  22.7
    2½ tsp
    1¼ tsp
      60
27.3
    3 tsp
    1½ tsp
70 & above
31.8+
    —
    2 tsp

Renal Impairment

In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 m2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.

Creatinine Clearances Dosage Interval      0 to 10 mL/min     36 hours    10 to 25 mL/min     24 hours     25 to 50 mL/min     12 hours
Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

Reconstitution Directions for Oral Suspension Bottle Size
Reconstitution Directions
100 mL
Suspend in a total of 60 mL water.
Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder.
Add 60 mL of water in two portions.
Shake well after each addition. 75 mL
Suspend in a total of 45 mL water
Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder.
Add 45 mL of water in two portions.
Shake well after each addition. 50 mL
Suspend in a total of 30 mL water
Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder.
Add 30 mL of water in two portions.
Shake well after each addition. After reconstitution, store in refrigerator. Shake well before using.
Keep container tightly closed. Discard unused portion after 14 days.

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West-ward Pharmaceutical Corp

Cefadroxil | West-ward Pharmaceutical Corp

Cefadroxil capsules are acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.
Adults Urinary Tract Infections:
For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).
Skin and Skin Structure Infections:
For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).
Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis:
Treatment of group A beta hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis - 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil capsules should be administered for at least 10 days.
Renal Impairment:
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil capsules and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 m2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.
Creatinine Clearances Dosage Interval 0-10 mL/min 36 hours 10-25 mL/min 24 hours 25-50 mL/min 12 hours
Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

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Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Cefadroxil | Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Cefadroxil for oral suspension is acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.
Adults
Urinary Tract Infections

For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).

Skin and Skin Structure Infections

For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis

Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis— 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil for oral suspension should be administered for at least 10 days.

See chart for total daily dosage for children.
DAILY DOSAGE OF CEFADROXIL FOR ORAL SUSPENSION
Child’s Weight

lbs
kg
250 mg/5 mL
500 mg/5 mL
10
4.5
½ tsp
-
20
9.1
1 tsp
-
30
13.6
1½ tsp
-
40
18.2
2 tsp
1 tsp
50
22.7
2½ tsp
1¼ tsp
60
27.3
3 tsp
1½ tsp
70 & above
31.8 +
--
2 tsp
Renal Impairment
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil monohydrate and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 m2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.
Creatinine Clearances
Dosage Interval
0 to 10 mL/min
36 hours
10 to 25 mL/min
24 hours
25 to 50 mL/min
12 hours

Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.
Reconstitution Directions for Oral Suspension
Bottle Size
Reconstitution Directions
100 mL
Suspend in a total of 67 mL water.

Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder.

Add 67 mL of water in two portions.

Shake well after each addition.
75 mL
Suspend in a total of 51 mL water.

Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder.

Add 51 mL of water in two portions.

Shake well after each addition.
50 mL
Suspend in a total of 34 mL water.

Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder..

Add 34 mL of water in two portions.

Shake well after each addition

After reconstitution, store in refrigerator. Shake well before using.

Keep container tightly closed. Discard unused portion after 14 days.

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Northstar Rx Llc

Cefadroxil | Northstar Rx Llc

Cefadroxil is acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.
Adults
Urinary Tract Infections: For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).

Skin and Skin Structure Infections: For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis: Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis—1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil should be administered for at least 10 days.
Renal Impairment
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 m2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.

Creatinine Clearances Dosage Interval 0 to 10 mL/min
36 hours
10 to 25 mL/min
24 hours
25 to 50 mL/min
12 hours

Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

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Northstar Rx Llc

Cefadroxil | Northstar Rx Llc

Cefadroxil is acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.

Adults
Urinary Tract Infections: For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).

Skin and Skin Structure Infections: For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis: Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis—1g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil should be administered for at least 10 days.

See chart for total daily dosage for children.

DAILY DOSAGE OF CEFADROXIL SUSPENSION
Child's Weight 250 mg/5 mL
500 mg/5 mL
Ibs
kg
10
4.5
½ tsp

20
9.1
1 tsp

30
13.6
1½ tsp

40
18.2
2 tsp
1 tsp
50
22.7
2½ tsp
1¼ tsp
60
27.3
3 tsp
1½ tsp
70 &
above
31.8+
—
2 tsp

Renal Impairment
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 m2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.

Creatinine Clearances Dosage Interval 0 to10 mL/min 36 hours 10 to 25 mL/min 24 hours 25 to 50 mL/min 12 hours
Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

Reconstitution Directions for Oral Suspension Bottle Size
Reconstitution Directions
100 mL
Suspend in a total of 60 mL water.
Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder.
Add 60 mL of water in two portions.
Shake well after each addition. 75 mL
Suspend in a total of 45 mL water
Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder.
Add 45 mL of water in two portions.
Shake well after each addition. 50 mL
Suspend in a total of 30 mL water
Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder.
Add 30 mL of water in two portions.
Shake well after each addition. After reconstitution, store in refrigerator. Shake well before using.
Keep container tightly closed. Discard unused portion after 14 days.

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Teva Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc

Cefadroxil | Teva Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc

Cefadroxil tablets are acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.
Adults Urinary Tract Infections
For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).
Skin and Skin Structure Infections
For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).
Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis
Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis - 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil tablets should be administered for at least 10 days.
Renal Impairment
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil tablets and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 m2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.

Creatinine Clearances

Dosage Interval

0 to 10 mL/min

36 hours

10 to 25 mL/min

24 hours

25 to 50 mL/min

12 hours

Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

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Teva Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc

Cefadroxil | Teva Pharmaceuticals Usa Inc

Cefadroxil capsules are acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.
Adults Urinary Tract Infections
For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).
Skin and Skin Structure Infections
For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).
Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis
Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis – 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil capsules should be administered for at least 10 days.

See chart for total daily dosage for children.

DAILY DOSAGE OF CEFADROXIL FOR ORAL SUSPENSION

Child’s Weight

lbs

kg

250 mg/5 mL

500 mg/5 mL

10

4.5

½ tsp

20

9.1

1 tsp

30

13.6

1½ tsp

40

18.2

2 tsp

1 tsp

50

22.7

2½ tsp

1¼ tsp

60

27.3

3 tsp

1½ tsp

70 & above

31.8 +

--

2 tsp
Renal Impairment
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil capsules and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 m2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.

Creatinine Clearances

Dosage Interval

0 to 10 mL/min

36 hours

10 to 25 mL/min

24 hours

25 to 50 mL/min

12 hours

Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

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Citron Pharma Llc

Cefadroxil | Citron Pharma Llc

Cefadroxil is acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.
Adults
Urinary Tract Infections: For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).

Skin and Skin Structure Infections: For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis: Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis—1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil should be administered for at least 10 days.
Renal Impairment
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 m2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.

Creatinine Clearances Dosage Interval 0 to 10 mL/min
36 hours
10 to 25 mL/min
24 hours
25 to 50 mL/min
12 hours

Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

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Citron Pharma Llc

Cefadroxil | Citron Pharma Llc

Cefadroxil is acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.

Adults

Urinary Tract Infections: For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).

Skin and Skin Structure Infections: For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis: Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis—1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.

Children

For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil should be administered for at least 10 days.

See chart for total daily dosage for children.

DAILY DOSAGE OF CEFADROXIL SUSPENSION Child’s Weight Ibs                 kg 250 mg/5 mL 500 mg/5 mL       10
    4.5
    ½ tsp

   20
    9.1
    1 tsp

      30
13.6
    1½ tsp

      40
18.2
    2 tsp
    1 tsp
    50
  22.7
    2½ tsp
    1¼ tsp
      60
27.3
    3 tsp
    1½ tsp
70 & above
31.8+
    —
    2 tsp

Renal Impairment

In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 m2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.

Creatinine Clearances Dosage Interval      0 to 10 mL/min     36 hours    10 to 25 mL/min     24 hours     25 to 50 mL/min     12 hours
Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

Reconstitution Directions for Oral Suspension Bottle Size
Reconstitution Directions
100 mL
Suspend in a total of 60 mL water.
Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder.
Add 60 mL of water in two portions.
Shake well after each addition. 75 mL
Suspend in a total of 45 mL water
Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder.
Add 45 mL of water in two portions.
Shake well after each addition. 50 mL
Suspend in a total of 30 mL water
Method: Tap bottle lightly to loosen powder.
Add 30 mL of water in two portions.
Shake well after each addition. After reconstitution, store in refrigerator. Shake well before using.
Keep container tightly closed. Discard unused portion after 14 days.

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West-ward Pharmaceutical Corp

Cefadroxil | West-ward Pharmaceutical Corp

Cefadroxil tablets are acid-stable and may be administered orally without regard to meals. Administration with food may be helpful in diminishing potential gastrointestinal complaints occasionally associated with oral cephalosporin therapy.
Adults Urinary Tract Infections
For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (i.e., cystitis) the usual dosage is 1 or 2 g per day in a single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).

For all other urinary tract infections the usual dosage is 2 g per day in divided doses (b.i.d.).
Skin and Skin Structure Infections
For skin and skin structure infections the usual dosage is 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.).
Pharyngitis and Tonsillitis
Treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal pharyngitis and tonsillitis – 1 g per day in single (q.d.) or divided doses (b.i.d.) for 10 days.
Children
For urinary tract infections, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours. For pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and impetigo, the recommended daily dosage for children is 30 mg/kg/day in a single dose or in equally divided doses every 12 hours. For other skin and skin structure infections, the recommended daily dosage is 30 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses every 12 hours. In the treatment of beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections, a therapeutic dosage of cefadroxil tablets should be administered for at least 10 days.
Renal Impairment
In patients with renal impairment, the dosage of cefadroxil monohydrate should be adjusted according to creatinine clearance rates to prevent drug accumulation. The following schedule is suggested. In adults, the initial dose is 1000 mg of cefadroxil tablets and the maintenance dose (based on the creatinine clearance rate [mL/min/1.73 m2]) is 500 mg at the time intervals listed below.
Creatinine Clearances Dosage Interval 0 to 10 mL/min 36 hours 10 to 25 mL/min 24 hours 25 to 50 mL/min 12 hours
Patients with creatinine clearance rates over 50 mL/min may be treated as if they were patients having normal renal function.

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