Cephadex 500 mg Capsule

Product Code	10240
Manufacturer	Cipla Ltd
Country Of Origin	India
Dosage Form	Capsule
Indication	Bacterial Infections
Packaging	10 Capsules in 1 Strip
Active Ingredient	Cephalexin
US Brand Name	Generic Keftab & Keflet

INTRODUCTION

Cephadex 500 Capsule is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs, ears, throat, urinary tract, skin, soft tissues, bones, and joints. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection.

Cephadex 500 Capsule may be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or the common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.

The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.

Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.

USES OF CEPHADEX CAPSULE

Bacterial Infections

BENEFITS OF CEPHADEX CAPSULE

In Bacterial infections

Cephadex 500 Capsule is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

SIDE EFFECTS OF CEPHADEX CAPSULE

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cephadex

Rash
Stomach pain
Nausea
Indigestion
Diarrhea
Vomiting

HOW TO USE CEPHADEX CAPSULE

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Cephadex 500 Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW CEPHADEX CAPSULE WORKS

Cephadex 500 Capsule is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Cephadex 500 Capsule does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cephadex 500 Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breastfeeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cephadex 500 Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Cephadex 500 Capsule, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving

SAFE

Cephadex 500 Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Cephadex 500 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cephadex 500 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Cephadex 500 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cephadex 500 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE CEPHADEX CAPSULE?

If you miss a dose of Cephadex 500 Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

MEDICINE SALT NAME	Cephalexin (Generic Keftab & Keflet)
Manufacturer	Cipla Ltd
Strength	3.7 ml

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