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Phexin Kid Tablet DT is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Phexin Kid Tablet DT have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Phexin Kid Tablet DT depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Phexin Kid Tablet DT include Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Phexin Kid Tablet DT can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Phexin Kid Tablet DT go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Phexin Kid Tablet DT is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Phexin Kid Tablet DT has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Phexin Kid Tablet DT related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Phexin Kid Tablet DT contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Phexin Kid Tablet DT with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Phexin Kid Tablet DT is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Phexin Kid Tablet DT 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.
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Is the use of Phexin Kid Tablet DT safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Phexin without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Phexin Kid Tablet DT safe during breastfeeding?
Phexin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Phexin Kid Tablet DT on the Kidneys?
Phexin rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Phexin Kid Tablet DT on the Liver?
Phexin is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Phexin Kid Tablet DT on the Heart?
Using Phexin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Phexin Kid Tablet DT unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Phexin Kid Tablet DT habit forming or addictive?
Phexin Kid Tablet DT is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Phexin Kid Tablet DT as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Phexin Kid Tablet DT should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Phexin Kid Tablet DT is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Phexin Kid Tablet DT
You can take Phexin Kid Tablet DT with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Phexin Kid Tablet DT
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Phexin Kid Tablet DT.
Phexin contains cefalexin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Phexin is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, Streptococcus pyogenes, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus pneumoniae, Proteus mirabilis, and Klebsiella pneumoniae.
Take Phexin as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects.
No, Phexin does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Phexin. Hence, it is not recommended to use this drug for the treatment of the infection caused by Pseudomonas species.
No, Phexin does not cause weight fluctuations (weight gain or weight loss). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight gain or weight loss and you are in doubt that Phexin is causing weight fluctuations then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Phexin is an antibiotic. It contains cefalexin which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as first-generation cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.
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References
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