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Phexin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension,Capsule,Tablet,Drops,Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Phexin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Phexin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Phexin include Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Some other side effects of Phexin have been listed ahead. These side effects of Phexin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Phexin is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Phexin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Phexin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Phexin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Phexin, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Phexin 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Phexin is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Phexin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Phexin safely.
Is the use of Phexin safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Phexin.
What is the effect of Phexin on the Kidneys?
Phexin rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Phexin on the Liver?
Phexin does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Phexin on the Heart?
Phexin is not harmful for the heart.
Phexin 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 Phexin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Phexin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Phexin has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Phexin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Phexin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Phexin in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Phexin
Taking Phexin with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Phexin
Information about the interaction of Phexin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Phexin 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. Phexin 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.
Take Phexin as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects.
No, Phexin does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Phexin. Hence, it is not recommended to use this drug for the treatment of the infection caused by Pseudomonas species.
No, Phexin does not cause weight fluctuations (weight gain or weight loss). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight gain or weight loss and you are in doubt that Phexin is causing weight fluctuations then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Phexin 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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
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