Alexin Kid 250 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Alexin Kid 250 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Alexin Kid 250 Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Alexin Kid 250 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Alexin Kid 250 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Alexin Kid 250 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Alexin Kid 250 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Alexin Kid 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Alexin Kid 250 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Alexin Kid 250 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Alexin Kid 250 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Alexin Kid 250 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Alexin Kid 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Alexin is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Alexin Kid 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Alexin.
What is the effect of Alexin Kid 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Alexin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alexin Kid 250 Tablet on the Liver?
Alexin is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Alexin Kid 250 Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Alexin for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alexin Kid 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alexin Kid 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Alexin Kid 250 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Alexin Kid 250 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Alexin Kid 250 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Alexin Kid 250 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Alexin Kid 250 Tablet
Taking Alexin Kid 250 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alexin Kid 250 Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Alexin Kid 250 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Alexin can treat strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis which is an infection of the throat that results in a sore throat caused by bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes. Since Alexin is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, you are advised not to take Alexin by yourself.
No, Alexin does not cause weight fluctuations (weight gain or weight loss). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight gain or weight loss and you are in doubt that Alexin is causing weight fluctuations then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Take Alexin as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects.
No, Alexin does not cover anaerobes because Alexin is a first-generation cephalosporin which is resistant against anaerobes.
Yes, Alexin is an antibiotic. It contains cefalexin which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as first-generation cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.
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