Cefbact 250mg Capsule (10'S)

Manufacturer: Cipla Ltd

Salt Composition : Cefalexin(250mg)

Prescription
Prescription Required: Consult the Doctor & Get Your ePrescription

₹25.50

Strip of 10 Capsule

(Inclusive of all taxes)


Cefbact 250mg Capsule may be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or the common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.


Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

Cefbact 250mg Capsule 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

Pharmacokinets

Cefbact 250mg Capsule 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.

Side Effects

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 Cefbact

Rash

Stomach pain

Nausea

Indigestion

Diarrhea

Vomiting

Contra Indications

Discontinue Cefbact 250mg Capsule 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.

Pregnancy Related Information

Cefbact 250mg Capsule 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.

Product And Alcohol Interaction

Consuming alcohol with Cefbact 250mg Capsule does not cause any harmful side effects.

Old Age Related Information

Use with caution

Breast Feeding Related Information

Cefbact 250mg Capsule 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 Cefbact 250mg Capsule, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Children Related Information

Use with caution

Indications

Cefbact 250mg Capsule 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

Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Cefbact 250mg Capsule may have interaction with antibiotics (capreomycin, vancomycin, gentamicin, neomycin, tobramycin, cefuroxime), anti-fungal (amphotericin), anti-gout (probenecid), antidiabetic (metformin), and diuretics (furosemide, bumetanide).

Typical Dosage

Adult: 1 tablet / day with meals

Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C

Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Cefbact 250mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Expert Advice

Your doctor has prescribed Cefbact 250mg Capsule 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 Cefbact 250mg Capsule 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.

How To Use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Cefbact 250mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

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 Cefbact 250mg Capsule cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Cefbact 250mg Capsule 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 Cefbact 250mg Capsule doesn't work?

Talk to your doctor if Cefbact 250mg Capsule doesn't seem to work for you. Your doctor may increase the dose of Cefbact 250mg Capsule or switch you to an alternate option, which may work for you.

Q. What if I don't get better after using Cefbact 250mg Capsule?

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 Cefbact 250mg Capsule when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Cefbact 250mg Capsule and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.