Medicef 500mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Cefalexin (500mg) |
| Manufacturer: | BRD MediLabs |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Medicef 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. Medicef 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs, ears, throat, urinary tract, skin, soft tissues, bones, and joints. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection. Your doctor has prescribed Medicef 500mg 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.
Medicef 500mg 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 generally safe when taken at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration, as advised by your doctor.
Can the use of Medicef 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, some individuals may experience diarrhea after taking Medicef 500mg Tablet. This is due to its effect on both harmful and beneficial bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract. If you notice persistent diarrhea, consult your doctor for guidance.
What if Medicef 500mg Tablet doesn't work?
If you don't observe improvement after using Medicef 500mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor, contact them for alternative treatment options or a dosage adjustment. Your doctor may assess the situation and recommend further action.
What if I don't get better after using Medicef 500mg Tablet?
It is important to inform your doctor if you do not feel better after completing the full course of treatment prescribed for your condition. Additionally, notify them if any worsening symptoms occur during or after taking this medication.
Can I stop taking Medicef 500mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?
No, you should complete the full course of treatment prescribed by your doctor even if your symptoms subside. This is important to ensure complete eradication of the infection and prevent its potential recurrence.
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. Medicef 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Your doctor has prescribed Medicef 500mg 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.
- Discontinue Medicef 500mg 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 Medicef 500mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeed
Medicef 500mg 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 Medicef 500mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Pregnancy
Medicef 500mg 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.
