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Cephaxin Syrup is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Cephaxin Syrup have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Cephaxin Syrup depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Cephaxin Syrup include Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cephaxin Syrup as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cephaxin Syrup are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Cephaxin Syrup's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Cephaxin Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cephaxin Syrup related warnings section.
The section on Cephaxin Syrup contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Cephaxin Syrup with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cephaxin Syrup is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Cephaxin 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 Cephaxin Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Cephaxin without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Cephaxin Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Cephaxin does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cephaxin Syrup on the Kidneys?
Cephaxin rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cephaxin Syrup on the Liver?
Using Cephaxin does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Cephaxin Syrup on the Heart?
Cephaxin is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cephaxin Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cephaxin Syrup habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cephaxin Syrup is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cephaxin Syrup will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cephaxin Syrup is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cephaxin Syrup cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cephaxin Syrup
Taking Cephaxin Syrup with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cephaxin Syrup
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cephaxin Syrup with alcohol will be.
No, Cephaxin does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Cephaxin. Hence, it is not recommended to use this drug for the treatment of the infection caused by Pseudomonas species.
Yes, Cephaxin can treat pneumonia. Along with pneumonia, it can also be used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Haemophilus influenzae.
Yes Cephaxin can be taken with diphenhydramine. Diphenhydramine does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Cephaxin. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Cephaxin is not recommended for the tooth infection. Hence, it should not be taken for the treatment of tooth infection.
No, Cephaxin does not contain penicillin or sulfa. It contains cefalexin which belongs to the class of drug known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.
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)
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