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Droxyl-500 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Droxyl-500 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Droxyl-500 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Droxyl-500 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Droxyl-500 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy

Droxyl-500 Tablet is an antibiotic medication used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, urinary system, and skin and soft tissues. It contains Cefadroxil, which kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming their protective outer wall, thereby treating bacterial infections. It may cause common side effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, sore tongue, abdominal pain, dyspepsia (indigestion), skin rash, and itching. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

CEFADROXIL-500MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

NPPA :

Regulated

About Droxyl-500 Tablet

Droxyl-500 Tablet belongs to the class of cephalosporin antibiotics. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, urinary system, and skin and soft tissues. Bacterial infections are caused by the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick.

Droxyl-500 Tablet contains cefadroxil, a new semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by preventing bacteria from forming their protective outer wall, leading to cell death. Thereby, it helps treat bacterial infections.

Take Droxyl-500 Tablet exactly as prescribed. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration based on the severity of your infection. You may experience common side effects of Droxyl-500 Tablet , such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, a sore tongue, abdominal pain, dyspepsia (indigestion), a skin rash, and itching. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to consult your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Before taking Droxyl-500 Tablet , inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of its ingredients, penicillin, cephalosporin, or other antibiotics. Also, let your doctor know if you have a history of kidney disease, asthma, or colitis (inflammation of the colon). Consult your doctor before using Droxyl-500 Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Droxyl-500 Tablet may cause dizziness or sleeplessness, so avoid driving or operating machinery unless you are fully alert. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Droxyl-500 Tablet as it may cause increased dizziness.

Uses of Droxyl-500 Tablet

Droxyl-500 Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Droxyl-500 Tablet are as follows:<br/> • Upper Respiratory Tract Infections: Droxyl-500 Tablet treats pharyngitis (sore throat) and tonsillitis (tonsil inflammation) caused by bacteria.<br/> • Lower Respiratory Tract Infections: Droxyl-500 Tablet is also used for bronchitis (airway inflammation) and certain types of pneumonia (lung infection).<br/> • Urinary Tract Infections (UTI): Droxyl-500 Tablet is effective for treating uncomplicated UTIs, such as cystitis (bladder infection) and pyelonephritis (kidney infection).<br/> • Skin and Soft Tissue Infections (SSTIs): Droxyl-500 Tablet helps treat bacterial SSTIs like cellulitis (infection of the deeper skin layers), impetigo (outer skin infection), furunculosis (boils), and lymphadenitis (infection of lymph nodes).<br/>

Directions for Use

  • Droxyl-500 Tablet can be taken with or without food. However, if it causes stomach upset, take it with food.
  • It is usually taken every 12 to 24 hours or as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, chew, break, or open it.

Medicinal Benefits

Droxyl-500 Tablet belongs to the class of cephalosporin antibiotics. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract (such as pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and pneumonia), urinary tract (such as cystitis and pyelonephritis), and the skin and soft tissues (such as impetigo and cellulitis). It contains cefadroxil, a cephalosporin antibiotic that works by preventing bacteria from forming their protective outer wall, leading to cell death. Thereby, it helps treat bacterial infections. Droxyl-500 Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

How Droxyl-500 Tablet Works

Droxyl-500 Tablet contains cefadroxil, a new semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by preventing bacteria from forming their protective outer wall, leading to cell death. Thereby, it helps treat bacterial infections.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Droxyl-500 Tablet
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.
Here are the precise steps to cope with diarrhoea caused by medication usage:
  • Inform Your Doctor: Notify your doctor immediately about your diarrhoea symptoms. This allows them to adjust your medication or provide guidance on managing side effects.
  • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to replace lost water and electrolytes. Choose water, clear broth, and electrolyte-rich drinks. Avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages to effectively rehydrate your body.
  • Follow a Bland Diet: Eat easy-to-digest foods to help firm up your stool and settle your stomach. Try incorporating bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, plain crackers, and boiled vegetables into your diet.
  • Avoid Trigger Foods: Steer clear of foods that can worsen diarrhoea, such as spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, high-fibre foods, and dairy products (especially if you're lactose intolerant).
  • Practice Good Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene to prevent the spread of infection. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, clean and disinfect surfaces regularly, and avoid exchanging personal belongings with others.
  • Take Anti-Diarrheal Medications: If your doctor advises, anti-diarrheal medications such as loperamide might help manage diarrhoea symptoms. Always follow your doctor's directions.
  • Keep track of your diarrhoea symptoms. If they don't get better or worse or are accompanied by severe stomach pain, blood, or dehydration signs (like extreme thirst or dark urine), seek medical help.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
To prevent, manage, and treat Constipation caused by medication usage, follow these steps:
  • Preventing Vomiting (Before it Happens)
  • Take medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This can help minimize side effects, including vomiting.
  • Having a small meal before taking your medication can help reduce nausea and vomiting.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication along with your prescribed medication.
  • Managing Vomiting (If it Happens)
  • Try taking ginger in the form of tea, ale, or candy to help alleviate nausea and vomiting.
  • What to Do if Vomiting Persists
  • Consult your doctor if vomiting continues or worsens, consult the doctor for guidance on adjusting your medication or additional treatment.
  • Brush your teeth at least twice a day using a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste.
  • Avoid tobacco, alcohol and spicy or hot foods as these can irritate your tongue.
  • To help maintain moisture in your mouth and minimize inflammation, drink lots of water.
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.

What if I have taken an overdose of Droxyl-500 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Droxyl-500 Tablet , as it may cause an overdose. The symptoms of an overdose include dizziness, difficulty breathing, low blood pressure, an increase or decrease in heartbeat, vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea, cramps, skin eruptions, reduced consciousness, or coma. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Droxyl-500 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its ingredients, penicillin, cephalosporin, or other antibiotics. Avoid taking Droxyl-500 Tablet on your own, as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance, in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. You may experience ‘Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD)’ after using Droxyl-500 Tablet , so inform your doctor if you have previously been diagnosed with gastrointestinal diseases (affecting the stomach or intestine), especially colitis (inflammation of the inner lining of the colon). Also, tell your doctor if you have a history of kidney disease, as dosage adjustments may be necessary. Consult your doctor before taking Droxyl-500 Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Droxyl-500 Tablet should be given to children only if prescribed by a doctor. Droxyl-500 Tablet may cause dizziness, fatigue, or insomnia (sleeplessness), so avoid driving or operating machinery unless you are fully alert. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Droxyl-500 Tablet , as it may cause increased dizziness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CefadroxilBCG vaccine
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CefadroxilCholera, live attenuated
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How does the drug interact with Droxyl-500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Droxyl-500 Tablet with BCG vaccine may reduce the anti-tumor activity of BCG in the bladder.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are currently being treated with Droxyl-500 Tablet, you should talk to a doctor before receiving BCG. You should not receive the BCG vaccine until after you complete your antibiotic therapy to ensure an adequate response to your treatment. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
CefadroxilCholera, live attenuated
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How does the drug interact with Droxyl-500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Droxyl-500 Tablet with Cholera, live attenuated may reduce the effectiveness of the vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
Talk to your doctor before receiving the Cholera vaccine if you are currently being treated with Droxyl-500 Tablet or have been treated within the last 14 days. To ensure adequate vaccine response, you should not receive cholera vaccine until at least 14 days after you complete your antibiotic therapy. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the beneficial bacteria in the stomach, which help with indigestion. Therefore, you are advised to consume foods rich in probiotics, such as yoghurt, curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto, and cheese.
  • Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas, and bananas.
  • Avoid consuming excessive amounts of calcium-enriched foods and drinks, as it may affect the functioning of Droxyl-500 Tablet .
  • Avoid the intake of alcoholic beverages, as they can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to help Droxyl-500 Tablet fight off infections.

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No

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ANTIBIOTICS

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Droxyl-500 Tablet , as it may cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Droxyl-500 Tablet is a category B medicine. Consult your doctor before taking Droxyl-500 Tablet if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe Droxyl-500 Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor before taking Droxyl-500 Tablet if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will prescribe Droxyl-500 Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Droxyl-500 Tablet may cause dizziness, fatigue, or insomnia (sleeplessness), so avoid driving or operating machinery unless you are fully alert.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Droxyl-500 Tablet should be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose of Droxyl-500 Tablet may need to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Droxyl-500 Tablet should be used in patients with kidney diseases with extreme caution, as it may cause renal toxicity. The dose of Droxyl-500 Tablet may need to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Caution

Droxyl-500 Tablet should be given to children only if prescribed by a doctor. The dose and duration may vary depending on the age and severity of the infection.

Have a query?

FAQs

Droxyl-500 Tablet is an antibiotic medication used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, urinary system, and skin and soft tissues.

Droxyl-500 Tablet contains cefadroxil, a cephalosporin antibiotic that works by preventing bacteria from forming their protective outer wall, leading to cell death. Thereby, it helps treat bacterial infections.

Droxyl-500 Tablet may disrupt the natural flora present in the intestine, leading to Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea. Take probiotics to restore the gut bacteria after completing the course of antibiotics. Consult a doctor if you have watery or bloody stools.

People allergic to penicillin should not take Droxyl-500 Tablet as they may develop cross-sensitivity (sensitivity to drugs that have similar structures). Droxyl-500 Tablet contains cefadroxil, which has a similar structure to that of penicillin.

Complete the course of therapy as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue or abruptly stop the medication, as this can lead to antibiotic resistance, a condition in which bacteria become resistant to antibiotics.

An overdose of Droxyl-500 Tablet may lead to nausea, hallucinations (seeing or hearing unreal things), hyperreflexia (overactive reflexes), extrapyramidal symptoms (involuntary muscle movements), confusion, and a decrease in renal function. Consult a doctor immediately if you accidentally overdose on medicine.

Droxyl-500 Tablet does not treat a viral infection like the flu or a common cold. So, if you are feeling under the weather, it is best to consult a doctor to determine if you need medication for your condition.

Common side effects of Droxyl-500 Tablet include diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, sore tongue, abdominal pain, dyspepsia (indigestion), skin rash, and itching. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Yes, Droxyl-500 Tablet is an antibiotic. It contains cefadroxil, which is a new semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic with a broad antibacterial spectrum.

In some cases, Droxyl-500 Tablet may cause serious side effects like severe stomach pain, watery/bloody diarrhoea, flu symptoms, seizures, confusion, yellowing of skin/eyes, dark colour urine, and kidney problems. Consult a doctor if you notice any of these symptoms.

To prevent any unpleasant side effects/interactions, it is advised to consult a doctor before taking other medications with Droxyl-500 Tablet .

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Off. Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380 009., Gujarat, India
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Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Bayyarapu Mahesh KumarDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jul 22, 2025 | 12:57 PM IST

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