Hana Cep Capsule 500 Milligrams (Cefadroxil Hydrate)

Adult dose

○ Adults 1) Urinary tract infections: For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (such as cystitis), administer 1–2g (potency) divided into 1–2 oral doses daily. For other urinary tract infections, administer 2g (potency) divided into 2 doses daily. 2) Skin and soft tissue infections: Administer 1g (potency) divided into 1–2 oral doses daily. 3) Pharyngitis, tonsillitis: For pharyngitis or tonsillitis caused by beta-hemolytic streptococcal infection, administer 1

Child dose

○ Pediatrics 1) Urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections: Administer 30mg/kg (potency) divided into 2 oral doses daily. 2) Pharyngitis, tonsillitis: Administer 30mg/kg (potency) once daily.

This drug should not be used in patients who have previously experienced severe allergic reactions or shock due to this drug. Additionally, patients with a history of allergy to cephalosporin antibiotics or infectious mononucleosis should not take this medication. This drug contains lactose, so it should not be administered to patients with lactose intolerance or certain genetic metabolic disorders. Generally, it is not recommended for patients with a history of hypersensitivity; however, if unavoidable, it should be used with extreme caution. Patients allergic to penicillin antibiotics, those with severe renal impairment, the elderly, and malnourished patients should also be administered with caution. Patients with a history of gastrointestinal disease or allergy to certain pigments contained in this drug should be careful. Rarely, this drug can cause shock, various allergic reactions, blood disorders, liver and kidney function abnormalities, gastrointestinal issues, respiratory problems, skin diseases, neurological symptoms, and other side effects. If any abnormal symptoms arise, administration should be immediately discontinued and appropriate treatment sought. To prevent antibiotic resistance during treatment, it is important to conduct sensitivity tests and administer the drug for only the necessary duration. If hypersensitivity is suspected, medication should be stopped immediately and adequate measures such as oxygen supply, intravenous fluids, and antihistamines should be taken. Regular testing of blood, liver, and kidney function is recommended during long-term treatment. In patients with impaired renal function, dosage adjustment is necessary since central nervous system side effects such as seizures may occur. This drug may worsen kidney damage when used with nephrotoxic drugs or certain diuretics, so careful observation is necessary during co-administration. Co-administration with probenecid may lead to increased levels of this drug in the body. During pregnancy, safety is not established, and it should only be administered when benefits outweigh risks, under the judgment of a doctor, with caution also required for nursing women. The elderly are at higher risk of side effects due to decreased bodily function, so dosage and administration intervals should be adjusted, and patient conditions closely monitored. This drug may affect the results of some clinical tests, so caution is needed when interpreting test results. Finally, this drug may cause photosensitivity reactions, so care should be taken to avoid excessive sun exposure.

Serious side effects

Shock, urticaria, anaphylaxis, severe colitis with bloody diarrhea, respiratory distress, interstitial pneumonia, eosinophilic lung infiltration, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, seizures, acute renal failure, severe allergic reactions, severe skin reactions, respiratory issues, serious neurological symptoms, severe swelling or urination abnormalities

Mild side effects

• Rash
• erythema
• facial swelling
• angioedema
• mucosal vesicles
• itching
• fever
• thrombocytopenia
• granulocytopenia
• agranulocytosis

This drug may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is also recommended to keep it in a cool, ambient temperature away from direct sunlight.

Appearance

Hard capsule with upper reddish-brown and lower white containing white to light-yellow powder

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle