VELO-H® Capsules 500 mg
Cefradine Capsules BP
Generic Name:
Cefradine
Therapeutic Group:
Antibacterial (Cephalosporin – 1st Generation)
Drug Category:
Broad-Spectrum Antibiotic
Content / Composition:
Each capsule contains:
* Cefradine BP …… 500 mg
* Excipients …… q.s.
Indications:
* Upper & lower respiratory tract infections
* Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
* Skin & soft tissue infections
* Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) infections
* Bone & joint infections
* Dental infections
Dosage:
As directed by the physician
Adults:
* 500 mg every 6–12 hours
Severe infections:
* Up to 1–2 g daily in divided doses
Children:
* 25–50 mg/kg/day in divided doses
Renal impairment:
* Dose adjustment required
Contraindications:
* Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins
* Severe allergy to penicillins (cross-reactivity risk)
Administration:
* Oral use
* Can be taken with or without food
* Swallow with sufficient water
Interaction:
* Probenecid ↑ Cefradine levels
* Anticoagulants ↑ bleeding risk
* Aminoglycosides ↑ nephrotoxicity risk
* Diuretics (e.g., furosemide) ↑ renal toxicity
Compatibility:
* Compatible with most standard antibiotic therapies
* Avoid unnecessary combination with nephrotoxic drugs
Stability / Storage:
* Store below 25°C
* Protect from moisture & light
* Keep in original packaging
Precautions:
* Use with caution in renal impairment
* Monitor for allergic reactions
* Long-term use may cause superinfection
* Caution in patients with GI disease
Side Effects:
Common:
* Nausea
* Diarrhea
* Abdominal discomfort
Less Common:
* Skin rash
* Dizziness
Serious (Rare):
* Anaphylaxis
* Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea
* Hematological changes
Professional Summary:
VELO-H® 500 mg (Cefradine) is a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic providing:
✔️ Reliable Gram-positive coverage
✔️ Effective treatment of common community infections
✔️ Good safety profile for routine clinical use
Ideal for respiratory, urinary, skin, and soft tissue infections.
