Cefter 500mg Capsule
strip of 10.0 capsules.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Cefalexin (500mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Gujarat Terce Laboratories Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Cefter 500mg Capsule is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. Cefter 500mg Capsule may be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or the common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.
Cefter 500mg Capsule is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Is cephalexin safe?
Cephalexin is a safe antibiotic when used at prescribed doses and for the recommended duration advised by your healthcare provider.
Can the use of Cefter 500mg Capsule cause diarrhea?
Yes, some people may experience diarrhea while taking Cefter 500mg Capsule. This is because it can affect the good bacteria in your gut. If you experience persistent diarrhea, consult your healthcare provider.
What if Cefter 500mg Capsule doesn't work?
If Cefter 500mg Capsule seems ineffective for you, talk to your doctor. They might increase the dose of Cefter 500mg Capsule or consider alternative treatment options that may be more suitable.
What if I don't get better after using Cefter 500mg Capsule?
If you don't feel better after completing the full course of Cefter 500mg Capsule, inform your healthcare provider. Additionally, report any worsening symptoms while taking this medication.
Can I stop taking Cefter 500mg Capsule when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not discontinue Cefter 500mg Capsule before completing the full prescribed course. The infection may not be completely eradicated if you stop early.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Cefter 500mg Capsule may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Your doctor has prescribed Cefter 500mg Capsule to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- Discontinue Cefter 500mg Capsule and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash itchy skin swelling of face and mouth or have difficulty in breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- The most common side effects of this medicine include rash stomach pain nausea vomiting indigestion and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.
Alcohol
Consuming alcohol with Cefter 500mg Capsule does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeed
Cefter 500mg Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. Avoid prolonged use of Cefter 500mg Capsule, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Pregnancy
Cefter 500mg Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
