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CEPHALEXIN-100MG
ORAL
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Apr-24
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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Dr. Annie Besant Road, Mumbai - 400 030
Other Info - PHE0017

FAQs

Phexin Drops 10 ml works by blocking the activity of enzymes that are responsible for making peptidoglycan, an important component of the bacterial cell wall. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Phexin Drops 10 ml. Drink lots of fluids and eat food rich in fibre if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience prolonged diarrhoea with abdominal pain, stop taking Phexin Drops 10 ml and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
It is recommended to complete the course of Phexin Drops 10 ml even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic. Leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).
Do not take Phexin Drops 10 ml if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy unless prescribed by a doctor. Your doctor will prescribe Phexin Drops 10 ml only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
It is safe to give Phexin Drops 10 ml to children above 5years if prescribed by the doctor. The dose and duration may vary depending upon the child’s weight and severity of the infection.
Do not take Phexin Drops 10 ml on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.
Phexin Drops 10 ml may affect certain laboratory test results such as blood tests for liver function, glucose test, and coombs test. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Phexin Drops 10 ml.
Phexin Drops 10 ml might interfere with the effectiveness of oral contraceptives (birth control pills). This could lead to an unplanned pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor may suggest an alternate method of contraception.

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid or limit alcohol consumption while taking Phexin Drops 10 ml.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Phexin Drops 10 ml belongs to pregnancy category B. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, your doctor will prescribe Phexin Drops 10 ml only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Phexin Drops 10 ml passes into breast milk. Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding, your doctor will prescribe Phexin Drops 10 ml only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Phexin Drops 10 ml does not affect your ability to drive or handle machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor before taking Phexin Drops 10 ml if you have liver impairment/liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease before taking Phexin Drops 10 ml.

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Children

Caution

Phexin Drops 10 ml is safe for children above 5years if prescribed by a doctor. The dose and duration may vary depending upon the child’s weight and severity of the infection.

About Phexin Drops 10 ml

Phexin Drops 10 ml belongs to the group of antibiotics called cephalosporin used to treat various bacterial infections of the nose, lungs, ear, bones, joints, skin, urinary tract, prostate gland, and reproductive system. Besides this, Phexin Drops 10 ml is also used to treat dental infections. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. Phexin Drops 10 ml does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Phexin Drops 10 ml is bactericidal in nature. Phexin Drops 10 ml works by blocking enzymes responsible for making peptidoglycan, an important component of the bacterial cell wall. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

The dose and duration of Phexin Drops 10 ml can vary depending upon your condition and the severity of the infection. Also, it is recommended to complete the course of medicine even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic. Leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic (antibiotic resistance). In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, stomach pain, and skin rashes. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Before starting Phexin Drops 10 ml, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Phexin Drops 10 ml on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Avoid taking Phexin Drops 10 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by a doctor. Phexin Drops 10 ml should not be given to children below 5years. Phexin Drops 10 ml may affect certain laboratory test results such as blood tests for liver function, glucose test, and coombs test. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Phexin Drops 10 ml.

Uses of Phexin Drops 10 ml

Bacterial infections.

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Medicinal Benefits

Phexin Drops 10 ml belongs to the group of antibiotics called cephalosporin used to treat various bacterial infections of the nose, lungs, ear, bones, joints, skin, urinary tract, prostate gland, and reproductive system. Phexin Drops 10 ml is bactericidal in nature. Phexin Drops 10 ml works by blocking the activity of enzymes that are responsible for making peptidoglycan, an important component of the bacterial cell wall. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections. Phexin Drops 10 ml is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against a wide range of bacteria such as gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci bacteria, including susceptible isolates of Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumonia, S. pyrogens, Haemophilus influenzae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Moraxella catarrhalis, and Proteus mirabilis.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush or chew the tablet/capsule.Syrup/Drops: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Side Effects of Phexin Drops 10 ml

  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Indigestion
  • Stomach pain
  • Skin rashes

Drug Warnings

Do not take Phexin Drops 10 ml if you have porphyria (hereditary metabolic disorder). Before starting Phexin Drops 10 ml, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you experience skin rash or prolonged, significant diarrhea with abdominal pains. Talk to your doctor before taking Phexin Drops 10 ml if you have/had inflammation of the intestine. Long-term usage of Phexin Drops 10 ml may lead to interaction with resistant bacteria and fungi. Avoid taking Phexin Drops 10 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by a doctor. Phexin Drops 10 ml should not be given to children below 5 years.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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  • FUROSEMIDE
  • BUMETANIDE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Phexin Drops 10 ml may affect certain laboratory test results such as blood tests for liver function, glucose test, and coombs test. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Phexin Drops 10 ml. 

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help indigestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yogurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto, and cheese.
  • Eat fibre rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas, and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit, and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol to treat your condition effectively.
  • Avoid usage of tobacco.
  • To cure your condition, effectually complete the full course of Phexin Drops 10 ml even though you find symptomatic relief.

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