Patient Medication Information: uses, side effects, how to take - Nu-Cefprozil (Nu-Pharm, 250 mg, 500 mg)
ABOUT THIS MEDICATION
NU-CEFPROZIL is the generic brand name for a drug called cefprozil.
What the medication is used for:
The most common uses of NU-CEFPROZIL are:
- respiratory infections
- urinary tract infections
- skin infections
- acute sinusitis
For other possible uses, please speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
What it does:
NU-CEFPROZIL is an antibiotic.
When it should not be used:
Do not use if allergic to cefprozil or any of the nonmedicinal ingredients present in NU-CEFPROZIL (See “What the important non-medicinal ingredients are” section below).
What the medicinal ingredient is:
NU-CEFPROZIL tablets contain the active ingredient called cefprozil.
What the important nonmedicinal ingredients are:
NU-CEFPROZIL tablets contain the following nonmedicinal ingredients: methylcellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, colloidal silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, polyethylene glycol, titanium dioxide and sunset yellow aluminum lake (500 mg).
What dosage forms it comes in:
Tablets, 250 mg and 500 mg.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Before starting NU-CEFPROZIL and to get the best possible treatment, be sure to tell your doctor if you:
- Are allergic to penicillins, cephalopsporins, cefprozil or any other drugs.
Do not use if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Do not use for children below the age of 6 months.
- Caution is required when cefprozil is used for the chronically ill or institutionalized elderly.
INTERACTIONS WITH THIS MEDICATION
Drugs that may interact with NU-CEFPROZIL include aminoglycoside antibiotics and probenecid.
Before you use NU-CEFPROZIL talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
PROPER USE OF THIS MEDICATION
Adults (13 years and older)
Usual dose:
Respiratory and Urinary Tract Infections: 500 mg once daily.
Skin Infections: 250 mg every 12 hours or 500 mg once daily.
Acute Sinusitis: 250 mg or 500 mg, every 12 hours.
Overdose:
Call your doctor or pharmacist right away in case of an overdose.
Missed Dose:
Call your doctor or pharmacist right away in case of a missed dose.
SIDE EFFECTS AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT THEM
The most common side effects are diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.
This is not a complete list of side effects. For any unexpected effects while taking NU-CEFPROZIL, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
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Remember to keep NU-CEFPROZIL well out of reach of children. NU-CEFPROZIL should be stored at room temperature (15 to 30EC).
REPORTING SUSPECTED SIDE EFFECTS
You can report any suspected adverse reactions associated with the use of health product to the Canada Vigilance Program by one of the following 3 ways:
- Report online at www.healthcanada.gc.ca/medeffect
- Call toll-free to 1-866-234-2345
Complete a Canada Vigilance Reporting Form and:
- Fax toll-free to 1-866-678-6789, or
Mail to: Canada Vigilance Program
Health Canada
Postal Locator 0701C
Ottawa, ON K1A 0K9
Postage paid labels, Canada Vigilance Form and the adverse reaction reporting guidelines are available on the MedEffectTM Canada Web site at
www.healthcanada.gc.ca/medeffect.
NOTE: Should you should require information related to the management of side effects, contact your health professional. The Canada Vigilance Program does not provide medical advice.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, please contact your doctor, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.
This leaflet plus the full product monograph, prepared for health professionals, can be obtained by contacting the sponsor, Nu-Pharm Inc. at:
1-800-267-1438
Date of Revision: October 16, 2009