What is a Generic Drug?
A generic drug is a copy of the brand-name drug with the same dosage, safety, strength, quality, consumption method, performance, and intended use. Before generics become available on the market, the generic company must prove it has the same active ingredients as the brand-name drug and works in the same way and in the same amount of time in the body.
The only differences between generics and their brand-name counterparts is that generics are less expensive and may look slightly different (eg. different shape or color), as trademarks laws prevent a generic from looking exactly like the brand-name drug.
Generics are less expensive because generic manufacturers don't have to invest large sums of money to develop a drug. When the brand-name patent expires, generic companies can manufacture a copy of the brand-name and sell it at a substantial discount.
Duricef (Cefadroxil)
Also Known as Baxan
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Description
Chemical Name: CEFADROXIL (sef-a-DROX-ill)
Duricef is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria such as skin, throat, and urinary tract infections. Antibiotics will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.
Fact Table
Formula
C16H17N3O5S
License
US FDA
Bioavailability
~90–100%
Legal status
Rx-only
Chemical Name
(6R,7R)-7-[[(2R)-2-amino-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetyl]amino]-3-methyl-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylic acid
Elimination half-life
~1.2–2 hours
Dosage (Strength)
250 mg, 500 mg capsules; 1 g tablets; oral suspension (125 mg/5 mL, 250 mg/5 mL, 500 mg/5 mL)
Pregnancy
Category B – No evidence of risk in animal studies
Brands
Duricef, generic cefadroxil
Protein binding
~20%
PubChem CID
68867
MedlinePlus
a682731
ChEBI
3494
ATC code
J01DB05
DrugBank
DB01140
KEGG
D00254
Routes of administration
Oral
Cautions
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking this medication include upset stomach, diarrhea, vomiting and mild skin rash.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.Product Code : 5507
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