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Sporolin 250 MG Syrup

Manufactured byFranklin Laboratories (India) Pvt. Ltd.
ContainsCefalexin
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Sporolin 250 MG Syrup is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections affecting the throat, ears, skin, bone, urinary bladder, and kidneys. This medicine kills or stops the growth of bacteria causing the infection. It is not effective against infections caused by viruses. Common side effects of Sporolin 250 MG Syrup are diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, weakness, nausea, and vomiting. Do not take this medicine if you are previously allergic to it. Cephalexin is likely to cause allergic skin reactions in some people. Once an antibiotic is started, it is always recommended to finish the entire course of treatment. Sporolin 250 MG Syrup should only be used to treat or prevent infections that are caused by bacteria. Taking an antibiotic when it is not required can make it less effective for future infections. You can take Sporolin 250 MG Syrup with or without food. For ease of remembering, take this cephalexin syrup around the same time every day.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Sporolin 250 MG Syrup

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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Sporolin 250 MG Syrup

Diarrhoea

Stomach pain

Dark or clay coloured stools

Indigestion

Itching or rash

Joint pain

Dark urine

Loss of appetite

Dizziness

Headache

Uses of Sporolin 250 MG Syrup

What is it prescribed for?

Acute bacterial otitis media

Otitis media (AOM), is an infection of the middle ear (the area behind the eardrum), common in infants and young children. Sporolin 250 MG Syrup is used to treat acute otitis media caused by bacteria.

Pharyngitis/Tonsilitis

Pharyngitis and tonsillitis are infections that cause swelling and soreness in the throat and tonsils. If this infection affects both the throat and the tonsils, then it would be called pharyngotonsillitis. Sporolin 250 MG Syrup is used to treat pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and/or pharyngotonsillitis.

Cystitis

Cystitis is the swelling of the urinary bladder usually caused by a bacterial infection. This is more common in women because their urethra is much shorter, which means bacteria can go into the bladder more easily. Sporolin 250 MG Syrup is used to treat cystitis caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci, and Klebsiella species.

Skin and soft tissue infections

Skin and soft tissue infections occur when the bacteria invade the skin and its supporting structures. Sporolin 250 MG Syrup is used to treat all skin infections including abscess caused by bacteria.

Osteomyelitis

Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone. This infection can occur due to a bone injury or through blood by which bacteria, virus, or fungi invade a bone. Sporolin 250 MG Syrup is used for the treatment of osteomyelitis caused by bacteria.

Pyelonephritis

Pyelonephritis is the swelling of the kidneys due to bacterial infection. This infection starts in your urethra or bladder and spreads through the ureters to the kidneys. Sporolin 250 MG Syrup is used to treat pyelonephritis.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The exact time taken for the cephalexin syrup to show its action is not clear. You will start to feel better in 3 to 5 days. But finish your entire course of treatment, even if your condition gets better.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The effect of the cephalexin syrup lasts for an average duration of 12 hours.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Sporolin 250 MG Syrup.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Sporolin 250 MG Syrup is generally safe in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. It is not known to cause birth defects when taken by pregnant women. Hence it is acceptable for use upon your doctor's recommendation.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Sporolin 250 MG Syrup is may be safe to use during breastfeeding. It enters into breast milk at low levels. Hence it should only be used if the benefit is greater than the risk of harm to the baby. If used, the baby should be observed for symptoms such as diarrhoea and yeast infection.

Allergy

Avoid taking Sporolin 250 MG Syrup if you are previously allergic to it. Some patients may get allergic reactions to this medicine. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Sporolin 250 MG Syrup is generally safe in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. It is not known to cause birth defects when taken by pregnant women. Hence it is acceptable for use upon your doctor's recommendation.

Breast-feeding

Sporolin 250 MG Syrup is may be safe to use during breastfeeding. It enters into breast milk at low levels. Hence it should only be used if the benefit is greater than the risk of harm to the baby. If used, the baby should be observed for symptoms such as diarrhoea and yeast infection.

General warnings

Diarrhoea

Sporolin 250 MG Syrup can cause diarrhoea because it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Get emergency medical help if you experience severe diarrhoea that is watery or bloody. Call your pharmacist/doctor before taking anti-diarrhoeal medication.

Impaired liver function

Sporolin 250 MG Syrup may increase liver enzyme levels and cause liver swelling. Patients with liver diseases need special consideration while taking Sporolin 250 MG Syrup due to the risk of liver damage. Dose adjustment should be done based on the clinical condition.

Allergic reactions

Sporolin 250 MG Syrup is likely to cause allergic skin reactions in some people. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, or severe itching/swelling, especially on the face.

Antibiotic resistance

Finish your entire course of treatment with Sporolin 250 MG Syrup, even if the condition gets better to avoid antibiotic resistance (the bacteria may become resistant to antibiotics). If you still feel unwell after completing your antibiotic course, make an appointment to consult your doctor.

Driving or operating machinery

Sporolin 250 MG Syrup may cause dizziness, confusion, or fits in some people. Do not drive a vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip a dose of Sporolin 250 MG Syrup. And if a dose is skipped, do not add it up to the next dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical attention in case of an overdose with Sporolin 250 MG Syrup.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Cholera Vaccine

Furosemide

Warfarin

Disease interactions

Gastrointestinal Diseases

Sporolin 250 MG Syrup can kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and leads to diarrhoea. Therefore use Sporolin 250 MG Syrup with extreme caution in patients with gastrointestinal (mouth to anus) diseases, particularly colitis (swelling of the inner lining of the colon), since it may worsen the patient's condition.

Seizure disorders

A seizure is a brain disorder that occurs due to sudden neurological disturbances which results mainly in behavioural changes. Use Sporolin 250 MG Syrup with caution in patients with seizures or fits because it can trigger the condition. Seizure medicines should be continued in patients with a known seizure disorder. Dose adjustment for Sporolin 250 MG Syrup might be required in some patients.

Kidney Disease

Sporolin 250 MG Syrup is filtered by the kidney and moved out of the body through urine. Patients with kidney diseases need special consideration while taking Sporolin 250 MG Syrup due to the risk of kidney damage. Dose adjustment should be done based on the clinical condition.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Is cephalexin an antibiotic? Yes, cephalexin is a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. Take Sporolin 250 MG Syrup with or without food. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Take this cefalexin syrup at around the same time daily. Do not give your medicine to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours. Cephalexin syrup for child should only be used upon a doctor's recommendation. Cephalexin syrup dosage for child should be determined based on age and bodyweight.

Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

Sporolin 250 MG Syrup works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell walls. This helps in stopping the growth and multiplication of the microorganism, eventually killing it.

Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Unknown

Classification

Category

First generation Cephalosporins, Antibiotics

Schedule

Schedule H

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Cephalexin. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 11 February 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Cephalexin>

Go.drugbank.com. 2021. Cephalexin | DrugBank Online. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 11 February 2021].

https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00567>

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