Fex 125 Syrup: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Fex Benefits & Uses

Fex is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Skin Infections
Ear Infection
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis
Prostatitis
Osteomyelitis
Kidney Infection
Tonsillitis
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Pneumonia

Fex 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	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 250 mg/5ml
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 250 mg/5ml
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 250 mg/5ml
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 125 mg/5ml
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 100 mg/ml oral drops, below 3 months may take 0.5 ml 4 times daily

Fex Related Warnings

Is the use of Fex safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Fex 250 Tablet in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Fex safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Fex 250 Tablet.

Safe
What is the effect of Fex on the Kidneys?

Fex 250 Tablet rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Fex on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Fex 250 Tablet on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Fex on the Heart?

Fex 250 Tablet is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Fex with Other Drugs

Fex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Metformin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Bumetanide

Bumetanide Tablet

Drospirenone

Fex Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fex unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Fex

Is this Fex habit forming or addictive?

Fex is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Fex since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Fex is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Fex is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Fex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fex

Taking Fex with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fex

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Fex with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Fex

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Fex 250 Tablet on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Discontinuing Fex 250 Tablet 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.

Question almost 4 years ago

Can I take Fex 250 Tablet for tooth infection?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

No, Fex 250 Tablet is not recommended for the tooth infection. Hence, it should not be taken for the treatment of tooth infection.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Fex 250 Tablet safe to use?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Fex 250 Tablet is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dizziness, joint pain, and rash. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 4 years ago

Is Fex 250 Tablet an antibiotic?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Fex 250 Tablet 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Fex 250 Tablet work?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Fex 250 Tablet 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. Fex 250 Tablet 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.