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. 2022 Jan 31;14(1):e21755. doi: 10.7759/cureus.21755

Table 4. Affordability analysis of drug regimens prescribed for pain and swelling for patients allergic to penicillin and for those who do not have a history of anaphylaxis, angioedema, or hives with penicillin, ampicillin, or amoxicillin (Category B).

INR, Indian National Rupee.

S. No. Drug Strength Schedule Length of treatment (days) Total no. of units Unit price (lowest) (INR) Total cost (INR) Total cost of regimen (INR) Affordability (loss of wages in days) Unit price (highest) (INR) Total cost (INR) Total cost of regimen (INR) Affordability (loss of wages in days)
First regimen            
1. Tab. Cephalexin 500 mg 6 hourly 7 28 9.9 277.2 277.2 0.7 19.1 534.8 534.8 1.4