Carefex Information
Carefex is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Carefex has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Carefex is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
The side effects typically associated with Carefex include Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Carefex as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Carefex are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Carefex has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Carefex has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Carefex related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Carefex have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Carefex may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Carefex is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Carefex Benefits & Uses
Carefex is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
- Ear Infection (Read More - Fast and Natural Ways to Cure Ear Infections at Home)
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
- Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
- Prostatitis
- Osteomyelitis
- Kidney Infection
- Tonsillitis
- Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
- Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
- Pneumonia
Carefex Dosage & How to Take
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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Carefex Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Carefex is used -
Severe
- Diarrhoea
Moderate
- Increased Liver Enzymes
Mild
- Urticaria
- Maculopapular rash
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Fatigue
- Headache
Common
- Nausea or vomiting
- Allergic reaction
- Rash
- पेट दर्द
Carefex Related Warnings
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Is the use of Carefex safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Carefex in pregnant women.
Safe -
Is the use of Carefex safe during breastfeeding?
Carefex does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Carefex on the Kidneys?
Carefex rarely harms the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Carefex on the Liver?
Carefex is not harmful for the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Carefex on the Heart?
Carefex is not harmful for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Carefex with Other Drugs
Carefex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Carefex Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Carefex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Diabetes
Frequently asked Questions about Carefex
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Is this Carefex habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Carefex has not been reported.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Carefex does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Carefex should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Carefex is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Carefex Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Carefex
Taking Carefex with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Carefex
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Carefex and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Keflex® (cephalexin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 299-300
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Keflex® (cephalexin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 299-300
