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Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT
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Product introduction
Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs, ears, throat, urinary tract, skin, soft tissues, bones, and joints. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection.
Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Uses of Cephadex Tablet DT
Benefits of Cephadex Tablet DT
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Side effects of Cephadex Tablet DT
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Cephadex
- Rash
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Indigestion
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
How to use Cephadex Tablet DT
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Avoid prolonged use of Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving
SAFE
Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- Discontinue Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Narrow-spectrum {First generation cephalosporins}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cephalosporins: 1st generation
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT
Twice A Day
60%
Thrice A Day
40%
What are you using Cephadex Tablet DT for?
Bacterial inf*
100%
*Bacterial infections
How much was the improvement?
Average
100%
What were the side-effects while using Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
Please rate Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT on price
Average
100%
FAQs
Q. Is cephalexin safe?
Cephalexin is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Can the use of Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. What if Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT doesn't work?
Talk to your doctor if Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT doesn't seem to work for you. Your doctor may increase the dose of Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT or switch you to an alternate option, which may work for you.
Q. What if I don't get better after using Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Q. Can I stop taking Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
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Name: Cipla Ltd
Address: Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Cephadex 250mg Tablet DT. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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