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Alcephin 250 Capsule, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Alcephin 250 Capsule has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Alcephin 250 Capsule is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Alcephin 250 Capsule also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. While these are the most often observed Alcephin 250 Capsule side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Alcephin 250 Capsule go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Alcephin 250 Capsule is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Alcephin 250 Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Alcephin 250 Capsule are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Alcephin 250 Capsule have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Alcephin 250 Capsule is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Alcephin 250 Capsule 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Alcephin 250 Capsule is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Alcephin 250 Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Alcephin is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Alcephin 250 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Alcephin.
What is the effect of Alcephin 250 Capsule on the Kidneys?
Alcephin rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alcephin 250 Capsule on the Liver?
Alcephin is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Alcephin 250 Capsule on the Heart?
Alcephin is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alcephin 250 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alcephin 250 Capsule habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Alcephin 250 Capsule.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Alcephin 250 Capsule since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Alcephin 250 Capsule is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Alcephin 250 Capsule is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Alcephin 250 Capsule
Taking Alcephin 250 Capsule with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alcephin 250 Capsule
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Alcephin 250 Capsule with alcohol.
Yes Alcephin can be taken with diphenhydramine. Diphenhydramine does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Alcephin. 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, Alcephin does not cover anaerobes because Alcephin is a first-generation cephalosporin which is resistant against anaerobes.
No, Alcephin 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.
The dosage of Alcephin may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of the infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with or without food because the presence of food does not have any effect on its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.
Yes, Alcephin can treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections (infection of the urinary system caused by bacteria Escherichia coli or Klebsiella pneumoniae). 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.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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