Manufacturer: Psychotropics India Ltd
Salt Composition : Cefalexin(125mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet Dt
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Clx 125mg Tablet DT may be given with or without food. However, if your child develops a stomach upset, prefer giving it with food. It is usually given three times a day but this may vary depending on the type and severity of the infection. Stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, give the same dose again. Avoid giving a double dose if it is almost time for the next dose.
Cephalexin inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis, leading breakdown and eventualy cell death. Well absorbed from the upper gastrointestinal tract with nearly 100% oral bioavailability. Cephalexin is not absorbed in the stomach but is absorbed in the upper intestine.
Cephalexin is not metabolized in the body. Cephalexin is over 90% excreted in the urine after 6 hours 1 by glomerular filtration and tubular secretion Label,13,14 with a mean urinary recovery of 99.3%. Cephalexin is unchanged in the urine.
Abdominal pain
Rash
Stomach pain
Nausea
Indigestion
Diarrhea
Vomiting
diarrhea from an infection with Clostridium difficile bacteria.
inflammation of the large intestine.
chronic kidney disease stage 4 (severe)
chronic kidney disease stage 5 (failure)
kidney disease with likely reduction in kidney function
7 YEARS
Cefalexin is indicated for the treatment of respiratory tract infections (RTI's), urinary tract infections (UTI's), skin and soft tissue infections, otitis media and other infections due to sensitive organisms. The dosage is 1-4 g daily in divided doses. Most infections will respond to 500 mg every 8 hours
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Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Clx 125mg Tablet DT may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up. Follow the prescribed dosing schedule strictly.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines
Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply, become resistant, or cause another infection.
Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
Contact your doctor if your child has diarrhea that goes on for more than 4 days or if it is severe and watery, or contains blood.
Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. This medicine is not to be taken in such cases.
Only give Clx 125mg Tablet DT to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.
Stop this medicine and immediately report to your child’s doctor in case your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.
You may see white patches inside your child’s mouth and throat after a prolonged intake of Clx 125mg Tablet DT. This could be due to a fungal infection. So, if your child develops any such effect, contact your doctor right away.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Clx 125mg Tablet DT may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. What if I overdose my child by mistake?
A single extra dose of Clx 125mg Tablet DT is unlikely to do any harm. However, if you think you have given too much of Clx 125mg Tablet DT to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition.
Q. Can Clx 125mg Tablet DT cause any serious side effects?
Yes, Clx 125mg Tablet DT may rarely cause some serious side effects. These may include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, severe diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. If your child develops any such unwanted effects, consult your child’s doctor.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Clx 125mg Tablet DT?
Clx 125mg Tablet DT can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Clx 125mg Tablet DT. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Clx 125mg Tablet DT?
Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.
