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Svizlex 250 Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Svizlex 250 Capsule have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Svizlex 250 Capsule. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Svizlex 250 Capsule include Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Svizlex 250 Capsule as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Svizlex 250 Capsule are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Svizlex 250 Capsule is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Svizlex 250 Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Svizlex 250 Capsule related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Svizlex 250 Capsule have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Svizlex 250 Capsule may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Svizlex 250 Capsule is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Svizlex 250 Capsule 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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Is the use of Svizlex 250 Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Svizlex safely.
Is the use of Svizlex 250 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Svizlex is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Svizlex 250 Capsule on the Kidneys?
Svizlex may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Svizlex 250 Capsule on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Svizlex on the liver.
What is the effect of Svizlex 250 Capsule on the Heart?
You can take Svizlex without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Svizlex 250 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Svizlex 250 Capsule habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Svizlex 250 Capsule is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Svizlex 250 Capsule since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Svizlex 250 Capsule is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Svizlex 250 Capsule cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Svizlex 250 Capsule
Taking Svizlex 250 Capsule with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Svizlex 250 Capsule
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Svizlex 250 Capsule with alcohol.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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