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Kefexyl 125 Mg 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.
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Is the use of Kefexyl 125 Mg Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Kefexyl safely.
Is the use of Kefexyl 125 Mg Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Kefexyl.
What is the effect of Kefexyl 125 Mg Syrup on the Kidneys?
Kefexyl rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Kefexyl 125 Mg Syrup on the Liver?
Kefexyl does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Kefexyl 125 Mg Syrup on the Heart?
Using Kefexyl does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Kefexyl 125 Mg Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kefexyl 125 Mg Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Kefexyl 125 Mg Syrup has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Kefexyl 125 Mg Syrup, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Kefexyl 125 Mg Syrup can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Kefexyl 125 Mg Syrup only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Kefexyl 125 Mg Syrup is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Kefexyl 125 Mg Syrup
Taking Kefexyl 125 Mg Syrup with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kefexyl 125 Mg Syrup
Kefexyl 125 Mg Syrup and alcohol do not lead to side effects, but it is still better to be cautious.
Yes, Kefexyl can treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections which is an infection of the urinary system caused by bacteria Escherichia coli. 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.
Yes, Kefexyl can be taken if you are allergic to penicillin but caution must be taken because scientific evidence suggests that cross-sensitivity can occur up to 10% of patients with a history of penicillin allergy.
Yes, Kefexyl might cause a headache. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is still unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor without any further delay.
Kefexyl contains cefalexin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against a wide variety of bacteria. 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 a cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Kefexyl is effective against bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Beta-hemolytic streptococci, Moraxella catarrhalis, Staphylococci strains, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Proteus mirabilis, and Klebsiella species.
Yes, Kefexyl might cause a yeast infection because it antibiotic kills both bad bacteria and good bacteria as well. Good bacteria prevent the growth of yeast (fungi) in our body. The absence of these good bacteria that keeps them in check provides a favorable environment for the growth of yeast which results in yeast infection.
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References
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