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 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
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Carefex safe for pregnant women?
Carefex is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Carefex safe during breastfeeding?
Carefex does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Carefex on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Carefex on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Carefex on the Liver?
Carefex does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Carefex on the Heart?
Carefex is completely safe for the heart.
Carefex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Carefex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Carefex habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Carefex has not been reported.
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.
Is it safe?
Yes, Carefex is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Carefex cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Carefex
Taking Carefex with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Carefex
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Carefex.
Yes, Carefex 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 Carefex is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, you are advised not to take Carefex by yourself.
Yes, Carefex might be used to treat sinusitis (Inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages) caused by bacteria (Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae). However, because of its poor activity against these bacteria Carefex is not recommended usually for the treatment of sinus infection (sinusitis).
Carefex contains cefalexin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Carefex is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, Streptococcus pyogenes, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus pneumoniae, Proteus mirabilis, and Klebsiella pneumoniae.
Yes, Carefex can be taken with prednisone. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Carefex along with prednisone.
Carefex is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.
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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
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