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Phalexin 125 MG Drops

Manufactured byLaborate Pharmaceutical Ltd.
ContainsCefalexin
Description
Phalexin 125 MG Drops 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 Phalexin 125 MG Drops 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. Phalexin 125 MG Drops 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/administer Phalexin 125 MG Drops with or without food. For ease of remembering, take/administer cephalexin drops around the same time every day.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Phalexin 125 MG Drops

Ceff 125 MG Drops
Lupin Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Phalexin 125 MG Drops

  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain
  • Dark or clay coloured stools
  • Indigestion
  • Itching or rash
  • Joint pain
  • Dark urine
  • Loss of appetite
  • Dizziness
  • Headache

Uses of Phalexin 125 MG Drops

What is it prescribed for?

  • Osteomyelitis
  • Skin and soft tissue infections
  • Urinary tract infections
  • Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis
  • Acute bacterial otitis media
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The exact time taken for cephalexin drops 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 cephalexin drops 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 Phalexin 125 MG Drops.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Phalexin 125 MG Drops 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?
    Phalexin 125 MG Drops 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/administering Phalexin 125 MG Drops in patients who 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

Phalexin 125 MG Drops 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

Phalexin 125 MG Drops 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

Phalexin 125 MG Drops 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.

Allergic reactions

Phalexin 125 MG Drops 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.

Impaired liver function

Phalexin 125 MG Drops may increase liver enzyme levels and cause liver swelling. Patients with liver diseases need special consideration while taking Phalexin 125 MG Drops due to the risk of liver damage. Dose adjustment should be done based on the clinical condition.

Antibiotic resistance

Finish your entire course of treatment with Phalexin 125 MG Drops, 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

Phalexin 125 MG Drops 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 Phalexin 125 MG Drops. 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 Phalexin 125 MG Drops.
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

Cholera Vaccine

Furosemide

Warfarin

Disease interactions

Gastrointestinal Diseases

Phalexin 125 MG Drops can kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and leads to diarrhoea. Therefore use Phalexin 125 MG Drops 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 Phalexin 125 MG Drops 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 Phalexin 125 MG Drops might be required in some patients.

Kidney Disease

Phalexin 125 MG Drops is filtered by the kidney and moved out of the body through urine. Patients with kidney diseases need special consideration while taking Phalexin 125 MG Drops 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.
Take/Administer Phalexin 125 MG Drops with or without food. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Take cefalexin drops 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.
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
Phalexin 125 MG Drops 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

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

First generation Cephalosporins, Antibiotics

Schedule

Schedule H

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

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

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Cephalexin>
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Information on this page was last updated on 8 Mar 2021

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