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Cefalexin 
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INFORMATION FOR USE OF A MEDICAL PRACTITIONER, HOSPITAL OR LABORATORY |
Each film coated tablet contains: Cefalexin BP eq. to anhydrous Cefalexin 250 mg |
| Each film coated tablet contains: Cefalexin BP eq. to anhydrous Cefalexin 500 mg |
Each 5 ml of reconstituted suspension contains: Cefalexin BP eq. to anhydrous Cefalexin 250 mg |
PHARMACOLOGICAL CLASSIFICATION |
CEFAVEX (Cefalexin) belongs to a group of antibiotics called the cephalosporins. They kill bacteria by interfering with the ability of bacteria to form cell walls. The bacteria therefore break up and die. CEFAVEX is rapidly absorbed after oral administration. Following doses of 250 mg, 500 mg, and 1 g, average peak serum levels of approximately 9, 18, and 32 mcg/mL, respectively were obtained at 1 hour. Measurable levels were present 6 hours after administration. Cephalexin is excreted in the urine by glomerular filtration and tubular secretion. Studies showed that over 90% of the drug was excreted unchanged in the urine within 8 hours. CEFAVEX is indicated for the treatment of bacterial infections, such as | · Respiratory tract (throat, tonsils, chest and lungs) · Nose (sinusitis) · Ears (otitis media) · Skin and soft tissue · Kidneys and bladder (genitourinary tract) |
| BEFORE YOU TAKE CEFAVEX Make sure you have told your doctor if you: |
- Are pregnant or think you may be pregnant, or are planning to become pregnant.
- Are breast feeding.
- liver disease
- kidney disease
- bowel disease
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You must take your medicine as the doctor tells you. It is important to take CEFAVEX Tablets at the right time. Your doctor will decide which is the best dose for you, depending on your illness. The recommended dose for: The adult dosage ranges from 1 to 4 g daily in divided doses. The usual adult dose is 250 mg every 6 hours. A dosage of 500 mg may be administered every 12 hours
The usual recommended daily dosage for children is 25 to 50 mg/kg in divided doses.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the dose you missed and take your next dose when you are meant to. Otherwise, take it as soon as you remember, and then go back to taking your doses as you would normally. If you are not sure whether to skip the dose, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. Do not take a double dose to make up for the dose that you missed. WHAT TO DO IF AN OVERDOSE IS TAKEN |
In that case do not delay, ask your doctor immediately what to do or contact your nearest hospital emergency department. Do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning. Please tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without prescription, your doctor may wish to alter your dose of CEFAVEX if you are taking: | · Probenecid · Metformin · Anti-inflammatory medications · Antacids or anti-ulcer medications · Blood-thinning medications · Any other antibiotics |
Common side effects of CEFAVEX include: |
- sore or white mouth or tongue (oral thrush)
- sore and itchy vagina and/or discharge (another form of thrush)
- diarrhea
- nausea
- vomiting
- dizziness
- unusual tiredness/weakness
- abdominal pain
- headache
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Serious side effects which may require medical attention include: - severe body rash
- swelling of face, lips, mouth, tongue or throat which may cause difficulty in swallowing or breathing
- fever
- swelling of the joints
- yellowing of the skin or eyes
- joint pain
- confusion and hallucinations
- bleeding or bruising more easily than normal
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· Keep all medicines out of the reach of children. · Store at room temperature(20 to 25°C) |
Disclaimer: Strictly meant for information purpose only. The above information should not be used at one’s own discretion nor should substitute your physician’s advice |
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