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Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup include Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. While these are the most often observed Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Cephadex is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Cephadex is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup on the Kidneys?
Cephadex has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup on the Liver?
Cephadex is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup on the Heart?
Using Cephadex does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup
It is safe to take Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup
Information about the interaction of Cephadex 125 Mg Syrup and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Cephadex might cause a headache. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is still unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor without any further delay.
Yes, Cephadex can be taken with prednisone. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Cephadex along with prednisone.
Yes, Cephadex might cause itching. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing itching after taking this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.
The dosage of Cephadex may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of the infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with or without food because the presence of food does not have any effect on its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.
No, Cephadex does not cover anaerobes because Cephadex is a first-generation cephalosporin which is resistant against anaerobes.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Keflex® (cephalexin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726
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