Exef 250mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Cefalexin (250mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Excare Laboratories |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Exef 250mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. Exef 250mg Tablet 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.
Exef 250mg Tablet 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 generally safe antibiotic when used at prescribed doses for the duration as advised by your doctor, but it can cause side effects. It's important to follow the instructions given to you by your doctor.
Can the use of Exef 250mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, Exef 250mg Tablet may cause diarrhea as it can affect the good bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Diarrhea is a common side effect of antibiotics like Exef 250mg Tablet.
What if Exef 250mg Tablet doesn't work?
If you don't see improvement after taking Exef 250mg Tablet for the prescribed duration, speak to your doctor. They may consider increasing the dosage or switching you to another antibiotic which might be more effective.
What if I don’t get better after using Exef 250mg Tablet?
If your symptoms don't improve after completing the full course of treatment, inform your doctor. It's also important to tell your doctor if you experience worsening symptoms while taking this medication.
Can I stop taking Exef 250mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Exef 250mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Your complete course of treatment may be needed to ensure the infection is completely eradicated.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Exef 250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Your doctor has prescribed Exef 250mg Tablet 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 Exef 250mg Tablet 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.
- rash
- stomach pain
- nausea
- vomiting
- indigestion
- diarrhea
Alcohol
Consuming alcohol with Exef 250mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeed
Exef 250mg Tablet 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 Exef 250mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Pregnancy
Exef 250mg Tablet 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.
