Svizlex 500 Capsule: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Svizlex Information

Svizlex is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Svizlex has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Svizlex depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Svizlex are Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Svizlex as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Svizlex are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Svizlex has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Svizlex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Svizlex contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Svizlex with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Svizlex is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Svizlex Benefits & Uses

Svizlex 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

Svizlex 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

Svizlex Related Warnings

Is the use of Svizlex safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Svizlex safely.

Safe
Is the use of Svizlex safe during breastfeeding?

Svizlex is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Svizlex on the Kidneys?

Svizlex may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Svizlex on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Svizlex on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Svizlex on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Svizlex with Other Drugs

Svizlex 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

Svizlex Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Svizlex

Is this Svizlex habit forming or addictive?

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

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Svizlex since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Svizlex is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Svizlex cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Svizlex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Svizlex

Taking Svizlex with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Svizlex

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Svizlex

Question about 4 years ago

Can Svizlex help in sinus infection?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Svizlex might be used to treat sinusitis (Inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages) caused by bacteria (Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae). However, because of its poor activity against these bacteria Svizlex is not recommended usually for the treatment of sinus infection (sinusitis).

Question over 4 years ago

Does Svizlex contain penicillin or sulfa?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Svizlex does not contain penicillin or sulfa. It contains cefalexin which belongs to the class of drug known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Svizlex on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Discontinuing Svizlex 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Svizlex without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Svizlex is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Svizlex treat UTI?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Svizlex 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.