Cefawon Dry Syrup 125 mg/5 mL (Cefadroxil Hydrate)

Adult dose

1) For urinary tract infections: For uncomplicated lower urinary tract infections (such as cystitis), administer 1 to 2 g (potency) of cefadroxil divided into 1 to 2 doses daily. For other urinary tract infections, administer 2 g (potency) divided into two doses daily. 2) For skin and soft tissue infections: Administer 1 g (potency) divided into 1 to 2 doses daily. 3) For pharyngitis and tonsillitis: For beta-hemolytic streptococcus infections resulting in pharyngitis or tonsillitis, administer 1 g (potency) divided into 1 to 2 doses for 10 days.

Child dose

1) For urinary tract infections and skin and soft tissue infections: Administer 30 mg/kg body weight divided into two doses daily. 2) For pharyngitis and tonsillitis: Administer 30 mg/kg body weight one to two times a day.

This drug should not be used in certain patients. For example, it is not to be administered to patients who have previously experienced severe allergic reactions or shock due to this medication, or those allergic to cephalosporin antibiotics. Additionally, patients with infectious mononucleosis, lactose intolerance, genetic lactose degradation enzyme deficiency, or glucose-galactose absorption disorders should not take this medication. Caution is needed when using this drug. Patients who have shown allergic reactions to this medication or penicillin antibiotics in the past, those with allergic constitutions, severe renal impairment, those who have difficulty swallowing, patients with gastrointestinal diseases, and those allergic to any components of this medication should be especially careful. This drug can rarely cause serious side effects. For instance, allergic reactions such as shock, rashes, hives, and shortness of breath may occur. If any of these symptoms appear, discontinue use immediately and seek medical attention. Various side effects have been reported, including decreased blood cell counts, liver dysfunction, worsened kidney function, gastrointestinal disturbances, pneumonia, stomatitis, dizziness, headaches, skin diseases, and more. Particular attention should be paid to skin reactions, which can be severe, so monitoring skin conditions is crucial. If using this drug for an extended period, regular tests for blood, liver, and kidney function should be conducted. This medication can interact with other drugs, so caution is needed when used in conjunction with drugs affecting the kidneys or diuretics. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the benefits and risks of using this drug, and nursing mothers should also exercise caution. Elderly patients may have weakened bodily functions, increasing the risk of side effects, so dosages and administration intervals should be adjusted, with close monitoring of their condition. This medication may affect certain clinical test results, so it is advisable to inform the healthcare personnel during testing. Finally, this drug can rarely cause light sensitivity reactions; therefore, it is recommended to avoid sun exposure.

Serious side effects

• Shock
• hives
• anaphylaxis
• thrombocytopenia
• agranulocytosis
• acute renal failure
• severe kidney disorders
• membranous colitis
• severe colitis with bloody stools
• shortness of breath

Mild side effects

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

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a light-protected environment. Additionally, it should be stored at room temperature, avoiding places that are too hot or too cold. When storing the medication, it should be placed in a sealed container to prevent air from entering, thereby prolonging its efficacy.

Appearance

It is a grayish-white powder.

Package unit

16.7g/30mL/bottle, 33.3g/60mL/bottle, 83.3g/150mL/bottle, 261.1g/470mL/bottle