Drug Interaction Report

Cephradine and zinc acetate should not be taken orally at the same time. Products that contain zinc may interfere with the absorption of cephradine into the bloodstream and reduce its effectiveness. You should take zinc acetate at least three hours after taking cephradine. Talk to a healthcare professional if you are not sure whether a product contains something that could potentially interact with your medication or if you have questions on how to take this or other medications you are prescribed. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

You may experience reduced absorption of zinc acetate in the presence of certain foods. Bread, bran, hard boiled eggs, coffee, and milk may significantly decrease the absorption of zinc acetate. Take zinc acetate on an empty stomach 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal unless otherwise directed by your doctor. This will make it easier for your body to absorb the medication. Zinc acetate may be taken with small amounts of protein such as meat.

Cephradine and multivitamin with minerals should not be taken orally at the same time. Products that contain zinc may interfere with the absorption of cephradine into the bloodstream and reduce its effectiveness. You should take multivitamin with minerals at least three hours after taking cephradine. Talk to a healthcare professional if you are not sure whether a product contains something that could potentially interact with your medication or if you have questions on how to take this or other medications you are prescribed. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.