What Generation of Cephalosporin is Cefadroxil?
Cephalosporin antibiotics have different classifications, commonly including the first, second, third, and fourth generations of cephalosporins. The first generation of cephalosporin antibiotics has antibacterial effects on gram-positive bacteria. The mechanism of this antibiotic can inhibit the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall, thus exerting a bactericidal effect. Cefadroxil is also a common cephalosporin, but many people do not understand this type of antibiotic. Let's take a look at which generation of cephalosporin Cefadroxil belongs to.
Cephalosporin antibiotics can be divided into the first, second, third, and fourth generations based on the characteristics of antibacterial drugs, as well as their stability to beta-lactamase and renal toxicity. Among them, Cefadroxil tablets belong to the first generation of oral cephalosporin antibiotics. The main characteristic of the first generation of oral cephalosporin antibiotics is their stronger effect on gram-positive bacteria than on gram-negative bacteria. Therefore, Cefadroxil tablets mainly have a good antibacterial effect on gram-positive bacteria, and their antibacterial effect on gram-negative bacteria is weaker. The main mechanism of action is to inhibit the synthesis of the cell wall to exert a bactericidal effect.
Cefadroxil tablets can mainly be used for some diseases caused by bacterial infections, such as respiratory infections, skin infections, or digestive tract infections caused by bacteria such as streptococcus and pneumococcus. Side effects during use are generally subtle reactions, mainly gastrointestinal reactions that can cause nausea, decreased appetite, and may also cause allergic reactions such as rash. Therefore, if we are allergic to Cefadroxil tablets or other cephalosporin antibiotics, it is prohibited to use Cefadroxil tablets.
Before taking cephalosporin, it is important to determine if there is any allergy to penicillin drugs or cephalosporin drugs. If there is an allergy, cephalosporin drugs should not be taken. Additionally, it is best to avoid taking iron preparations, such as ferrous succinate tablets or ferrous sulfate tablets, while taking cephalosporin drugs. If it is necessary to take them together, it is recommended to wait for three hours after taking cephalosporin drugs before using iron preparations.
Furthermore, strict abstinence from alcohol and avoidance of any food or medication containing alcohol, including Huoxiang Zhengqi Liquid, is essential during the use of cephalosporin drugs. Huoxiang Zhengqi Liquid contains a large amount of alcohol, so it should not be consumed during cephalosporin use. It is also advisable to avoid taking antacids, such as omeprazole or sucralfate, while taking cephalosporin drugs, as they may reduce the absorption of cephalosporin drugs.
