Sefact 500mg Capsule
strip of 10.0 capsules.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Cefalexin (500mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Dynamed Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Sefact 500mg Capsule is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. Sefact 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.
Sefact 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.
What precautions should I take while using Cephalexin?
Cephalexin is generally safe when used at prescribed doses and for the duration recommended by your doctor. However, as with any medication, it's important to follow all directions carefully and inform your healthcare professional of any potential allergies or other medical conditions you may have.
Can Sefact 500mg Capsule cause diarrhea in some individuals?
Yes, some people using Sefact 500mg Capsule can experience diarrhea. This is because it kills harmful bacteria in the body but also affects the good bacteria in the gut.
What should I do if Sefact 500mg Capsule doesn't work?
If you don't see improvement after taking Sefact 500mg Capsule for the full course of treatment, talk to your doctor. They may be able to increase your dose or switch you to a different medication that might be more effective.
What should I do if my symptoms don't improve after using Sefact 500mg Capsule?
If your symptoms don't improve after completing the full course of treatment, inform your doctor. It is also important to let them know if you are experiencing worsening symptoms during or after treatment.
Can I stop taking Sefact 500mg Capsule before finishing my prescribed dose?
No, it's crucial to complete the full course of Sefact 500mg Capsule, even if you start feeling better. Stopping early might not fully eliminate the infection.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Sefact 500mg Capsule may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Your doctor has prescribed Sefact 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 Sefact 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.
- rash
- stomach pain
- nausea
- vomiting
- indigestion
- diarrhea
Alcohol
Consuming alcohol with Sefact 500mg Capsule does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeed
Sefact 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 Sefact 500mg Capsule, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Pregnancy
Sefact 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.
