PHEXIN 250mg

PHEXIN is an antibiotic that is used to fight bacterial infections in the body.

How it works?

PHEXIN works by interfering with the bacterial cell wall formation, rupturing and killing the bacteria.

Important information about Medicine

Cephalexin belongs to a group of drugs called cephalosporin. It is used to treat bacterial infections in ears, skin, urinary and respiratory tract.

Dosage information

One needs to take the dose prescribed by the doctor along with plain water. This is a dispersible tablet and thus needs to be swallowed in a small amount of water, stirred and taken immediately. You can have some more water over the tablet to ensure that it gets swallowed properly.

Strengths available

It is available in two strengths of 250mg and 500mg.

What if you miss a dose?

Do not miss on the dose as it brings down the efficacy of the tablet and would more so lengthen the course. Try and follow a schedule as this will help you take the medicine daily without a fail.

What if you overdose?

Never take multiple doses of the medicine even if you have missed on the previous dose. In case, you overdose, call up your doctor or a medical center nearby for immediate help. 

Things to be taken care of

Before you start taking Phexin, inform your doctor about the medicines that you are allergic to especially penicillin and other Cephalexin medicines. If you have a kidney problem, liver disease, intestinal disorder, diabetes or if you are anemic make sure that you do not take this medicine without consulting your doctor. Tell your doctor if you plan to conceive or pregnant before taking this medicine. Breast feeding ladies are advised not to take this medicine as it would get into the breast milk and cause harm to the baby.

Side Effects

Like other medicines, this antibiotic called Phexin too has some side effects, these include:

§  Hives

§  Breathing problem

§  Swelling of lips or face

§  Convulsions

§  Severe blisters

§  Headache

§  Skin peeling and rashes

§  Fever

§  Throat pain

§  Bloody or watery Diarrhea

§  Less or more urination that normal

§  Pale yellow urine

§  Vaginal discharge

§  Vaginal itching

§  Tiredness

Get immediate help if you notice any of these symptoms or allergic reactions.

Interaction with other drugs

Always tell your doctor about the medicines that you take before starting any new medicine. If you are taking any supplements, herbal medicines or even any other prescription drug ensure that you inform your doctor about this.

Phexin might interact with metformin causing immediate increase in the blood sugar levels and can cut down the efficacy of the oral contraceptives. Never take this medicine with an antibiotic as this could cause a reaction.