Manufacturer: Zydus Cadila
Salt Composition : Cefalexin(125mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
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Gerfex Kid 125mg Tablet 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.
Gerfex Kid 125mg Tablet may cause some minor and temporary side effects such as vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, and mild skin rash. These side effects usually go away once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, if they persist or become bothersome for your child, report to the doctor immediately.
Inform the doctor about your child’s complete medical history, including any previous episode of allergy, heart problems, blood disorders, birth defects, lung anomaly, gastrointestinal problems, skin disorders, and liver or kidney malfunction. This information will help the doctor suggest the correct dose and its related schedule for planning your child’s overall treatment.
Gerfex Kid 125mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. This activity stops the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading without making them resistant to further treatment.
Cephalexin is 10-15% bound to serum proteins Label,13 including serum albumin. 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.
Gerfex Kid 125mg Tablet does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Gerfex
Abdominal pain
Rash
Stomach pain
Nausea
Indigestion
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Antimicrobial resistance, viral infection. Cephalexin does not treat viral infection (e.g., common cold). ...
Cephalosporin hypersensitivity, penicillin hypersensitivity. ...
Renal failure, renal impairment. ...
Pregnancy. ...
Breast-feeding. ...
Coagulopathy, vitamin K deficiency. ...
Diabetes mellitus.
Your child’s age and body weight. So stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor.
Cephalexin is indicated for the treatment of certain infections caused by susceptible bacteria. These infections include respiratory tract infections, otitis media, skin and skin structure infections, bone infections, and genitourinary tract infections.
Cephalexin can interact with certain medications and supplements, such as metformin, warfarin, and zinc. It may also interact with live cholera and typhoid vaccines.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Gerfex Kid 125mg Tablet 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 Gerfex Kid 125mg Tablet 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 Gerfex Kid 125mg Tablet. 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. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Gerfex Kid 125mg Tablet 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 Gerfex Kid 125mg Tablet is unlikely to do any harm. However, if you think you have given too much of Gerfex Kid 125mg Tablet to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition.
Q. Can Gerfex Kid 125mg Tablet cause any serious side effects?
Yes, Gerfex Kid 125mg Tablet 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 Gerfex Kid 125mg Tablet?
Gerfex Kid 125mg Tablet can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Gerfex Kid 125mg Tablet. 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 Gerfex Kid 125mg Tablet?
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.
