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Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10). Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10)'s effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) related warnings section.
The section on Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) 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
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Is the use of Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Sporidex in pregnant women.
Is the use of Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) safe during breastfeeding?
Sporidex does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) on the Kidneys?
Sporidex may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) on the Liver?
Using Sporidex does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) on the Heart?
You can take Sporidex without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10)
Taking Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10)
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Sporidex DS 250 Tablet (10) and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Sporidex causes nausea and vomiting in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting, you are advised to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor.
No, Sporidex does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Sporidex. Hence, it is not recommended to use this drug for the treatment of the infection caused by Pseudomonas species.
Yes, Sporidex can be taken with prednisone. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Sporidex along with prednisone.
Sporidex is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.
No, Sporidex 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.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Keflex® (cephalexin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 299-300
