Cephaxin 500mg Capsule (Cefalexin 500mg)

Cephaxin 500mg Capsule

Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections in different parts of your body including the skin, bone, ears, throat, lungs, and urinary tract. The medicine kills or stops the growth of bacteria that is causing the infection. Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule is not effective against infections caused by viruses.

Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule shows some common side effects like diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, weakness, nausea, and vomiting. These side effects are usually mild. However, inform your doctor if they become severe or last for a long period.

Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule can be taken with or without food. Take it around the same time every day for the ease of remembering. The dose will vary depending on the condition you are being treated for. Do not stop taking this medicine. Make sure you complete the entire course of treatment even if you feel better. If you stop the antibiotic early, some bacteria may survive and become resistant, leading to a recurrence of infection.

Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule should be avoided if you are allergic to it or penicillin antibiotics. If you have kidney, liver, or heart problems, you should consult your doctor before taking Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule. Inform your doctor about all the other medications you are taking, as there are chances that any of these medicines may interact with Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule and cause severe side effects. If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medication.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule
Alcephin Px 500 MG Capsule
Alembic Ltd.
Keflex 500 MG Capsule
Eli Lilly And Company (India) Pvt. Ltd.
Lexin 500 MG Capsule
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Oriphex 500 MG Capsule
Zydus Cadila
Sporidex 500 MG Capsule
Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule
Diarrhoea
Stomach pain
Dark or clay coloured stools
Indigestion
Itching or rash
Joint pain
Loss of appetite
Dizziness
Headache

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Uses of Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule

What is it prescribed for?
Acute bacterial otitis media
Acute Otitis media (AOM), a common complaint among infants and young children, is an infection of the middle ear (the area behind the eardrum). Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule is used to treat acute otitis media caused by bacteria. This medicine kills or stops the growth of bacteria, thus prevents the infection from spreading.
Pharyngitis/Tonsilitis
Pharyngitis is an infection that causes swelling and soreness of the pharynx (the hollow tube at the back of the nose that goes down to the throat); whereas tonsillitis is an infection that causes redness and swelling in the tonsils (two oval-shaped masses of tissue at the back of your throat). Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule is used to treat pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and/or pharyngotonsillitis (a condition where the pharynx and tonsils, both are infected). It kills or prevents the growth of bacteria that cause infection.
Cystitis
Cystitis is the swelling of the urinary bladder usually caused by a bacterial infection. This condition is more common in women because their urethra (the tube through which urine is discharged) is much shorter, which means bacteria can go into the bladder (the organ in which urine is stored) more easily. Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule is used to treat cystitis caused by various bacteria like E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci, and Klebsiella species.
Osteomyelitis
Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone. This infection can occur due to a bone injury or through blood by which bacteria, viruses, or fungi invade a bone. Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule is used for the treatment of osteomyelitis caused by bacteria.
Skin and soft tissue infections
Skin and soft tissue infections occur when the bacteria invade your skin and its supporting structures. Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule is used to treat all skin infections including abscess (pus-filled swelling) caused by bacteria.
Pneumonia
Pneumonia is an infection of the air sacs in the lungs (either single or both lungs). It can be bacterial and viral. Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule is used to treat pneumonia caused by bacteria.
Pyelonephritis
Pyelonephritis is the swelling of the kidneys due to bacterial infection. This infection starts in your urethra (organ through which urine is discharged) or bladder (the organ in which urine is stored) and spreads through the ureters (tubes that transport urine from the kidneys to the urinary bladder) further reaching the kidneys. Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule is used to treat pyelonephritis.

When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid taking Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule if you are allergic to it or penicillin antibiotics. 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.
Acute Porphyria
Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule is contraindicated in acute porphyria. It is a disorder caused by the accumulation of certain chemicals associated with red blood cell proteins. It affects your skin and nervous system.

Dosage

Missed Dose
If you forget to take a dose of Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule, take it as soon as you remember, but if it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose. Do not take two doses at one time to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule, go to the emergency department of your local hospital.

General Instructions

Take Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule with or without food. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Complete the course of treatment even if you feel better. Take this medicine at around the same time daily. Do not share your medicine with others if their condition appears to be the same as yours.

Diarrhoea may occur as a side effect of Cephaxin 500 MG Capsule, but it generally subsides once your treatment is over. If it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools, contact your doctor.