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Sporidex Af is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Sporidex Af have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Sporidex Af is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Sporidex Af include Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Sporidex Af as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Sporidex Af go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Sporidex Af has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Sporidex Af has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Sporidex Af related warnings section.
The section on Sporidex Af contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Sporidex Af with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Sporidex Af is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Sporidex Af 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Sporidex Af is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Sporidex Af safe for pregnant women?
Sporidex AF is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Sporidex Af safe during breastfeeding?
Sporidex AF is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Sporidex Af on the Kidneys?
Sporidex AF rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sporidex Af on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Sporidex AF on the liver.
What is the effect of Sporidex Af on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Sporidex AF for the heart.
Sporidex Af 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 Sporidex Af unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sporidex Af habit forming or addictive?
Sporidex Af does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Sporidex Af will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Sporidex Af only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Sporidex Af is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sporidex Af
It is safe to take Sporidex Af with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sporidex Af
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Sporidex Af and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Sporidex AF might cause a headache. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is still unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor without any further delay.
Yes, Sporidex AF 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 Sporidex AF is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, you are advised not to take Sporidex AF by yourself.
Yes, Sporidex AF can be taken with prednisone. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Sporidex AF along with prednisone.
Yes, Sporidex AF has been reported to cause diarrhoea. It is a common side effect of this drug. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Sporidex AF 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. Sporidex AF 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.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Keflex® (cephalexin)
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