Cephadex 125 DT Tablet (Cefalexin 125mg)

Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT is a cephalosporin antibiotic medicine that contains cephalexin. It is used in children to treat bacterial infections affecting the throat, ears, skin, bone, teeth, urinary bladder, and kidneys of your child. It kills or stops the growth of bacteria that causes infections. It should be used to treat bacterial infections only. It is not effective against infections caused by viruses.

Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT shows common side effects like diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, weakness, nausea, and vomiting. These symptoms subside when your child’s body adapt to this medicine. However, consult your doctor if these side effects bother your child. Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT can also cause diarrhoea and rashes if used for a long time. Inform your doctor if the diarrhoea is severe or if there is blood in the stools of your child. Do not give this medicine if your child is allergic to it.

Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT can be given with or without food but it is advised to give this medicine with food to avoid stomach irritation. For ease of remembering, take Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT around the same time every day. Strictly follow the instructions given by your child’s doctor while giving this medicine to your child. Once Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT therapy is started, it is always recommended to finish the entire course to avoid bacterial resistance. Using Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT when it is not required can make it less effective for treating future infections.

Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT can interact with other medicines. Before taking Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT, inform your doctor about your child’s entire medical history including all the medicines he/she may be taking. This information is critical to estimate the dose of this medicine and planning overall treatment for your child.

List of substitutes for Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT

Cefacure 125 MG Tablet DT

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Helexin 125 MG Tablet DT

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Major & minor side effects for Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT

Diarrhoea

 Stomach pain

Dark or clay coloured stools

Headache

Itching or rash

Joint pain

Dark urine

Loss of appetite

Dizziness

Indigestion

Nausea and vomiting

What is it prescribed for?

Acute Otitis Media

Acute Otitis Media (AOM) is an infection of the middle ear (the area behind the eardrum) that is common in infants and young children. Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT is used to treat acute otitis media caused by bacteria.

Pharyngitis/Tonsilitis

Pharyngitis and tonsillitis are infections that cause swelling and soreness in the throat and tonsils of your child. Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT is used to treat pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and/or pharyngotonsillitis (when both, the pharynx and tonsils are affected) in children.

Urinary tract infections

Urinary tract infections are associated with symptoms like pain, burning, or a stinging feeling while urinating. Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT is used to treat urinary tract infections caused by bacteria.

Skin and soft tissue infections

Skin and soft tissue infections occur when the bacteria invade the skin and its supporting structures. Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT is used to treat all skin infections including abscesses (pus pockets) caused by bacteria.

Osteomyelitis

Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone. This infection can occur due to an injury of the bone or through blood by which bacteria, viruses, or fungi invade a bone. Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT is used for the treatment of osteomyelitis caused by bacteria.

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Allergy

Avoid using Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT if your child is allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT is not recommended for use in pregnancy.

Breast-feeding

Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT is not recommended for use in breastfeeding.

General warnings

Diarrhoea

Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT can cause diarrhoea because it may also kill the helpful bacteria in the stomach or intestine. Get emergency medical help if you notice severe diarrhoea that is watery or bloody. Consult your pharmacist/doctor before giving anti-diarrhoeal medication.

Impaired liver function

Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT may increase liver enzyme levels and cause liver swelling. Children with liver problems need special consideration while taking Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT due to the risk of liver damage. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine based on the clinical condition of your child.

Antibiotic resistance

Finish the entire course of treatment with Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT, even if your child’s condition gets better to avoid antibiotic resistance (a condition where microbes evolve mechanisms that protect them from the effects of antibiotics).

Allergic reactions

Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT is likely to cause allergic skin reactions in some cases. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, or severe itching/swelling, especially on the face.

Missed Dose

If you forget to give a dose of Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT, make sure that you remember to give your next dose when it is due. Do not give two doses together to make up for a forgotten dose.

Overdose

Never give more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical attention if you suspect that you might have given an overdose of Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT.

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Cholera Vaccine

Furosemide

Warfarin

Disease interactions

Gastrointestinal diseases

Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT can kill the helpful bacteria in the stomach or intestine leading to diarrhoea. Therefore use Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT with extreme caution in children with gastrointestinal (mouth to anus) problems, particularly colitis (swelling of the inner lining of the colon), since it may worsen the condition of your child.

Seizure disorders

A seizure is a brain disorder that occurs due to sudden neurological disturbances which results mainly in behavioural changes and uncontrolled movements. Use Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT with caution in children with seizures or fits because it can trigger the condition. Seizure medicines should be continued in children with a known seizure disorder. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine based on the clinical condition of your child.

Kidney diseases

Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT is filtered by the kidney and moved out of the body through urine. Children with kidney problems need special consideration while taking Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT due to the risk of kidney damage. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine based on the clinical condition of your child.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.

This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT dissolves quickly and easily in water. It should be dispersed in a teaspoonful of water before administration. Do not administer if the tablet is not dissolved/dispersed completely in the water.

Give Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT with or without food as advised by your doctor. Never take more than the prescribed dose.

Give Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT at around the same time daily. Complete the entire course of treatment since stopping too soon may cause bacteria resistance.

Give plenty of fluids in case of diarrhoea. Inform your doctor if the diarrhoea persists for more than 4 days, it is severe and watery or contains blood.

Keep the medicine away from the reach of children and pets. Do not use it after the expiry date. Ensure that unused medicine is disposed of properly.