Cephalexin capsules are a cephalosporin antibacterial drug indicated for the treatment of the following infections caused by susceptible isolates of designated bacteria: Respiratory tract infection Otitis media Skin and skin structure infections Bone infections Genitourinary tract infections To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of cephalexin capsules and other antibacterial drugs…
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Cephalexin. Full label: DailyMed.
Cephalexin capsules are a cephalosporin antibacterial drug indicated for the treatment of the following infections caused by susceptible isolates of designated bacteria: Respiratory tract infection Otitis media Skin and skin structure infections Bone infections Genitourinary tract infections To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of cephalexin capsules and other antibacterial drugs, cephalexin capsules should be used only to treat infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by bacteria. 1.1 Respiratory Tract Infections Cephalexin capsules are indicated for the treatment of respiratory tract infections caused by susceptible isolates of Streptococcus pneumoniae and Streptococcus pyogenes.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Cephalexin. Full label: DailyMed.
Adults and patients at least 15 years of age The usual dose is 250 mg every 6 hours, but a dose of 500 mg every 12 hours may be administered Pediatric patients (over 1 year of age) Otitis media: 75 to 100 mg/kg in equally divided doses every 6 hours All other indications: 25 to 50 mg/kg given in equally divided doses In severe infections: 50 to 100 mg/kg may be administered in equally divided doses Duration of therapy ranges from 7 to 14 days depending on the infection type and severity.
Directions from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Cephalexin — your doctor or pharmacist may advise differently.
Cephalexin capsules are contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to cephalexin or other members of the cephalosporin class of antibacterial drugs. Patients with known hypersensitivity to cephalexin or other members of the cephalosporin class of antibacterial drugs.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Cephalexin. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
Serious hypersensitivity (anaphylactic) reactions: Prior to use, inquire regarding history of hypersensitivity to beta-lactam antibacterial drugs. Discontinue the drug if signs or symptoms of an allergic reaction occur and institute supportive measures. Clostridium difficile -associated diarrhea (CDAD ): Evaluate if diarrhea occurs. Direct Coombs’ Test Seroconversion: If anemia develops during or after cephalexin therapy, evaluate for drug-induced hemolytic anemia. Seizure Potential: Use lower dose in patients with renal impairment.
Warnings and precautions excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Cephalexin — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
The following serious events are described in greater detail in the Warning and Precautions section: Hypersensitivity reactions Clostridium difficile -associated diarrhea Direct Coombs’ Test Seroconversion Seizure Potential Effect on Prothrombin Activity Development of Drug-Resistant Bacteria The most common adverse reactions associated with cephalexin include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, dyspepsia and abdominal pain.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Cephalexin — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor about side effects.
40 brands · 15 makers in the NepalDoc catalog — see the full Cephalexin guide →
What is Sporidex 500?
Sporidex 500mg Capsule is a Cephalexin medicine made by Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd. It comes as 500mg Capsule.
What is the generic name of Sporidex 500?
The generic name of Sporidex 500 is Cephalexin.
Which brands of Cephalexin are available in Nepal?
40 brands of Cephalexin are listed in the NepalDoc catalog, from 15 makers — including Acelex 125mg D Syrup, Blucef 125mg Kid Tablet, Blucef 250mg Tablet, Cefam 500mg Capsule, Cefam D-SY, Ceff 125mg D Syrup.
What are the side effects of Cephalexin?
The following serious events are described in greater detail in the Warning and Precautions section: Hypersensitivity reactions Clostridium difficile -associated diarrhea Direct Coombs’ Test Seroconversion Seizure Potential Effect on Prothrombin Activity Development of Drug-Resistant Bacteria The most common adverse reactions associated with cephalexin include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, dyspepsia and abdominal pain.
This page is information only and is not medical advice. Medicine details come from the sources listed above and may change — always confirm the medicine, strength and dose with a pharmacist or doctor before use. A catalog listing does not guarantee that a medicine is in stock at any pharmacy.
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