Staphydex 250 Capsule: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Staphydex Information

Staphydex is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Capsule, Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Staphydex also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Staphydex is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.

Staphydex also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Some other side effects of Staphydex have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Staphydex go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Staphydex's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Staphydex related warnings talks about Staphydex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Staphydex are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Staphydex have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Staphydex, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Staphydex Benefits & Uses
Staphydex Dosage & How to Take
Staphydex Side Effects
Staphydex Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Staphydex with Other Drugs
Staphydex Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Staphydex
Staphydex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Staphydex Benefits & Uses

Staphydex is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Ear Infection
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Prostatitis
Osteomyelitis
Kidney Infection
Tonsillitis
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Pneumonia

Staphydex 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
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Staphydex Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Staphydex is used -

Severe

Diarrhoea

Moderate

Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Urticaria
Maculopapular rash
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Fatigue
Headache

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Allergic reaction
Rash
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Staphydex Related Warnings

Is the use of Staphydex safe for pregnant women?

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

Safe
Is the use of Staphydex safe during breastfeeding?

Staphydex does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Staphydex on the Kidneys?

Staphydex rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Staphydex on the Liver?

Staphydex is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Staphydex on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Staphydex with Other Drugs

Staphydex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Metformin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Bumetanide

Bumetanide Tablet

Drospirenone

Staphydex Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Staphydex

Is this Staphydex habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Staphydex is addictive.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Staphydex only as per medical advice.

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

Staphydex is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Staphydex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Staphydex

It is safe to take Staphydex with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Staphydex

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Staphydex and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Staphydex

Question over 5 years ago

Can Staphydex cause headache?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Staphydex 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.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Staphydex?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Staphydex is a brand name of cefalexin and it comes in multiple dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, injection, and syrup. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used in the treatment and prevention of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of urinary tract infections, respiratory infections, and skin infections.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Staphydex cause acne?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Staphydex does not cause acne. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing acne after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason. You are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Staphydex?

Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician

The dosage of Staphydex 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Staphydex cause nausea and vomiting?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Yes, Staphydex 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.