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Nufex Information

Nufex is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Nufex also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Nufex depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Nufex also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Some other side effects of Nufex have been listed ahead. These side effects of Nufex are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Nufex's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Nufex related warnings talks about Nufex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Nufex contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Nufex with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Nufex, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Nufex Benefits & Uses
Nufex Dosage & How to Take
Nufex Side Effects
Nufex Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Nufex with Other Drugs
Nufex Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Nufex
Nufex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Nufex Benefits & Uses

Nufex 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

Nufex 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: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Nufex Related Warnings

Is the use of Nufex safe for pregnant women?

Nufex is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Nufex safe during breastfeeding?

Nufex does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Nufex on the Kidneys?

Nufex has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Nufex on the Liver?

Nufex is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Nufex on the Heart?

You can take Nufex without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Nufex with Other Drugs

Nufex 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

Nufex Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Nufex

Is this Nufex habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Nufex is addictive.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Nufex as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Nufex only as per medical advice.

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

Nufex is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Nufex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nufex

It is safe to take Nufex with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Nufex

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Nufex with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Nufex

Question about 5 years ago

How does Nufex work?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Nufex 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. Nufex 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Nufex?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Take Nufex as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Nufex cover Pseudomonas?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

No, Nufex does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Nufex. Hence, it is not recommended to use this drug for the treatment of the infection caused by Pseudomonas species.

Question about 4 years ago

Does Nufex treat pneumonia?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Nufex 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.