Patient Medication Information: uses, side effects, how to take - Jamp Cefadroxil
What is JAMP Cefadroxil used for?
JAMP Cefadroxil is used to treat infections caused certain bacteria in the:
- Urinary tract.
- Skin.
- Throat (including Pharyngitis and/or tonsillitis).
- Lungs (including pneumonia).
Antibacterial drugs like JAMP Cefadroxil treat only bacterial infections. They do not treat viral infections such as the common cold. Although you may feel better early in treatment, JAMP Cefadroxil should be taken exactly as directed. Misuse or overuse of JAMP Cefadroxil could lead to the growth of bacteria that will not be killed by JAMP Cefadroxil (resistance). This means that JAMP Cefadroxil may not work for you in the future. Do not share your medicine.
How does JAMP Cefadroxil work?
JAMP Cefadroxil is an antibiotic, which belongs to a class of drugs called cephalosporins. JAMP Cefadroxil works by killing bacteria which cause infections in the body.
What are the ingredients in JAMP Cefadroxil?
Medicinal ingredients: Cefadroxil (as cefadroxil monohydrate)
Non-medicinal ingredients: Brilliant blue FCF, carmoisine, Colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, gelatin, iron oxide black, magnesium stearate, potassium hydroxide, propylene glycol, Quinoline yellow WS, shellac, sodium lauryl sulfate, strong ammonia solution, titanium dioxide.
JAMP Cefadroxil comes in the following dosage forms:
Capsules: 500 mg.
Do not use JAMP Cefadroxil if:
Do not take JAMP Cefadroxil if you have had an allergic reaction to JAMP Cefadroxil or other medicines such as cephalosporins.
Before starting JAMP Cefadroxil and to get the best possible treatment, be sure to tell your doctor if you:
Have had an allergic reaction to JAMP Cefadroxil or other medicines such as penicillins;
- Have severe kidney disease with or without significant liver disease;
Are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment;
- Are breast feeding or planning to breast feed.
Other warnings that you should know about:
JAMP Cefadroxil may cause inflammation of the colon (colitis), with symptoms such as diarrhea. Talk to your doctor if you experience any intestinal side effects.
JAMP Cefadroxil may affect the results of urine tests. Talk to your healthcare professional if you take any urine tests while taking JAMP Cefadroxil.
Tell your healthcare professional about all the medicines you take, including any drugs, vitamins, minerals, natural supplements or alternative medicines.
How to take Jamp Cefadroxil:
JAMP Cefadroxil may be taken with or without food. Taking JAMP Cefadroxil may help reduce intestinal issues.
- Although you may feel better early in treatment, JAMP Cefadroxil should be used exactly as directed.
- Misuse or overuse of JAMP Cefadroxil could lead to the growth of bacteria that will not be killed by JAMP Cefadroxil (resistance). This means that JAMP Cefadroxil may not work for you in the future.
- Do not share your medicine.
Usual Adult Dose:
Your doctor will tell you how much JAMP Cefadroxil to take. Your dose may be 2 – 4 capsules per day, depending on your condition.
Overdose:
What are possible side effects from using JAMP Cefadroxil?
These are not all the possible side effects you may feel when taking JAMP Cefadroxil. If you experience any side effects not listed here, contact your healthcare professional.
If you think you, or a person you are caring for, have taken too much JAMP Cefadroxil, contact a healthcare professional, hospital emergency department or regional poison control centre immediately, even if there are no symptoms.
- rash
- abdominal cramps
- upset stomach
- heartburn
- flatulence (gas)
- dizziness
- weakness
- drowsiness
- nervousness
- headache
Serious side effects and what to do about them
| Symptom / effect | Talk to your healthcare professional | Stop taking drug and get immediate medical help | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Only if severe | In all cases | |||
| Uncommon | An allergic reaction (difficulty in breathing, closing of the throat, swelling of the lips, face or tongue; hives or a rash | ✓ | ||
| Redness, or itching | ✓ | |||
Severe nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea | ✓ | |||
| Unknown | Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions (SCAR) (severe skin reactions that may also affect other organs):
skin color changes (redness, yellowing, purplish) •Swelling and redness of eyes or face
breath, chest pain or discomfort | ✓ |
|---|
If you have a troublesome symptom or side effect that is not listed here or becomes bad enough to interfere with your daily activities, talk to your healthcare professional.
Storage:
Store between 15-30°C. Protect from high humidity. Keep out of reach and sight of children.
If you want more information about JAMP Cefadroxil:
- Talk to your healthcare professional.
- Find the full product monograph that is prepared for healthcare professionals and includes this Patient Medication Information by visiting the Health Canada website (https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-health-products/drug-products/drug-product-database.html); or by calling 1-866-399-9091
1310 rue Nobel
Boucherville, Quebec
J4B 5H3, Canada
Last Prepared: January 24, 2024
Reporting Side Effects
You can report any suspected side effects associated with the use of health products to Health Canada by:
- Visiting the Web page on Adverse Reaction Reporting (https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-health-products/medeffect- canada/adverse-reaction-reporting.html) for information on how to report online, by mail or by fax; or
- Calling toll-free at 1-866-234-2345.
NOTE: Contact your health professional if you need information about how to manage your side effects. The Canada Vigilance Program does not provide medical advice.