Phexin 500 Capsule: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Phexin 500 Capsule Information

Phexin 500 Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Phexin 500 Capsule have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Phexin 500 Capsule. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Phexin 500 Capsule are Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Phexin 500 Capsule as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Phexin 500 Capsule are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Phexin 500 Capsule's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Phexin 500 Capsule related warnings talks about Phexin 500 Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Phexin 500 Capsule have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Phexin 500 Capsule have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Phexin 500 Capsule is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Phexin Benefits & Uses
Phexin Dosage & How to Take
Phexin Side Effects
Phexin Related Warnings
Phexin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Phexin
Phexin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Phexin 500 Capsule Benefits & Uses

Phexin 500 Capsule is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Skin Infections
Ear Infection
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis
Prostatitis
Osteomyelitis
Kidney Infection
Tonsillitis
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Pneumonia

Phexin 500 Capsule Dosage & How to Take

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

Phexin 500 Capsule Related Warnings

Is the use of Phexin 500 Capsule safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Phexin without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Phexin 500 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?

Phexin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Phexin 500 Capsule on the Kidneys?

Phexin rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Phexin 500 Capsule on the Liver?

Phexin is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Phexin 500 Capsule on the Heart?

Using Phexin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Phexin 500 Capsule Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Phexin 500 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Phexin 500 Capsule

Is this Phexin 500 Capsule habit forming or addictive?

Phexin 500 Capsule is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Phexin 500 Capsule as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Phexin 500 Capsule should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Phexin 500 Capsule is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Phexin 500 Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Phexin 500 Capsule

You can take Phexin 500 Capsule with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Phexin 500 Capsule

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Phexin 500 Capsule.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Phexin 500 Capsule

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Phexin work?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Phexin?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Phexin cover Pseudomonas?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Phexin cause weight fluctuations?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

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.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Phexin an antibiotic?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

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.