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Cefalexin + Bromhexine is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefalexin + Bromhexine is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Cefalexin + Bromhexine safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Cefalexin + Bromhexine. If you are pregnant, do not take Cefalexin + Bromhexine without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Cefalexin + Bromhexine safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Cefalexin + Bromhexine may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Cefalexin + Bromhexine should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Cefalexin + Bromhexine on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Cefalexin + Bromhexine. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Cefalexin + Bromhexine on the Liver?
Cefalexin + Bromhexine is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Cefalexin + Bromhexine on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Cefalexin + Bromhexine on the heart have been reported.
Cefalexin + Bromhexine 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 Cefalexin + Bromhexine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefalexin + Bromhexine habit forming or addictive?
Cefalexin + Bromhexine does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Cefalexin + Bromhexine
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Cefalexin + Bromhexine with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefalexin + Bromhexine
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefalexin + Bromhexine with alcohol will be.
No, Cefalexin + Bromhexine does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Cefalexin + Bromhexine. Hence, it is not recommended to use this drug for the treatment of the infection caused by Pseudomonas species.
Discontinuing Cefalexin + Bromhexine on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes, Cefalexin + Bromhexine can treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections (infection of the urinary system caused by bacteria Escherichia coli or Klebsiella pneumoniae). 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.
Yes, Cefalexin + Bromhexine can treat pneumonia. Along with pneumonia, it can also be used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Haemophilus influenzae.
No, Cefalexin + Bromhexine does not cause acne. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing acne after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason. You are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
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