Cephadex DT 125 Mg

Description Of CEPHADEX DT 125 MG

Cephadex 125 MG Tablet DT is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is used to treat infections of the skin, ear, bone, and urinary tract. Use with attention if you have a known disease. Do not take this medicine if you have a known allergy to penicillins and cephalosporins group of antibiotics.

CEPHADEX DT 125 MG Chemical Name

Cefalexin (125mg)

CEPHADEX DT 125 MG Manufacturer

Cipla Ltd

Uses of CEPHADEX DT 125 MG

• Ear Infection (Otitis Media)
• Pharyngitis
• Cystitis
• Pyelonephritis
• Osteomyelitis

What is CEPHADEX DT 125 MG?

Cephadex DT Tablet is used to treat respiratory tract infections, inflammatory diseases of the middle ear (otitis media), skin and soft tissue infections, bone infections, infection of reproductive organs and the urinary system (genitourinary tract infections), worsening of long-term inflammation of the bronchi, and community-acquired pneumonia. This medicine works by killing the bacteria by blocking the bacterial cell-wall formation.

How CEPHADEX DT 125 MG working

Cephadex 125 mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is required for them to survive.

CEPHADEX DT 125 MG Dosage

Missed Dose

The missed dose should be taken as soon as you remember it. However, if it is time for the next dose, the missed dose should be skipped, and the regular dosing schedule should be continued. A twice dose should not be taken to make up for a missed dose.

Overdose

• What to do if you overdose on Cephadex DT?
• In the case of an overdose, furnish general supportive measures.

Adverse effects

• diarrhea
• indigestion
• nausea
• stomach pain
• vomiting

Precautions And Warnings

• allergic reaction to Cephadex DT
• colitis
• liver disease
• penicillin allergy
• severe kidney disorder
• stomach and intestinal disease

Cross-allergic reaction among beta-lactam antibacterial agents may arise in 10% of patients with a previous history of penicillin allergy. Patients with kidney disorder need a dosage adjustment.

Before you use Cephadex DT, tell your doctor if you are allergic to it or its ingredients. Your health care physician may prescribe an alternative medicine and update your medical records to record this information. Discuss with your doctor if you are allergic to cephalosporins, or penicillins.

Storage

Store Cephadex DT Tablet at 15-30ºC (59-86ºF), away from moisture, and away from light. Keep this medicine away from children and pets.