Cefalex 500 mg (Capsule)
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Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cephalexin |
| Company | Drug international ltd |
| Also available as |
Product Title
- Cephalexin Capsule 500mg
Categories
- Antibiotics
- Medication
- Pharmaceuticals
Description
- Cephalexin is a first generation cephalosporin indicated for the treatment of respiratory tract infections, genito-urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, ear, nose and throat infections, and bone infections caused by susceptible organisms.
Dosage Form
- Capsule
Strength
- 500mg
Color
- White
Packaging
- Bottle
- Blister Pack
Ingredients
- Cephalexin
- Microcrystalline Cellulose
- Silicon Dioxide
- Magnesium Stearate
Brand Name
- Cefalex
Manufacturer
- [Manufacturer Name]
Dimensions
- 0.5 x 0.5 x 1 inch
Weight
- 100 grams
Age Group
- Adult
- Children
Dosage Administration
- Oral
Pharmacology
- Cephalexin interferes in the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall by inhibiting the transpeptidase enzyme, resulting in weakened cell wall, swelling, and rupture.
Indications
- Respiratory tract infections
- Genito-urinary tract infections
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Ear, nose, and throat infections
- Bone infections
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to cephalosporin group of antibiotics
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal discomfort
- Pseudomembranous colitis
- Skin rash
- Angioedema
- Elevated serum aminotransferases
- Eosinophilia
- Neutropenia
- Superinfection with resistant microorganisms
Pregnancy Category
- Category B
Pregnancy Use
- Essential use during pregnancy
Lactation Use
- Caution advised during nursing
Precautions Warnings
- Caution in patients with renal impairment
- False positive reaction for glucose in urine
- Positive result in Coombs’ test
- Cefalexin found in milk of nursing mothers
Therapeutic Class
- First generation cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool and dry place