Swicexin

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Swicexin Information

Swicexin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Swicexin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Swicexin. 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.

Swicexin also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Swicexin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Swicexin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Swicexin's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Swicexin related warnings talks about Swicexin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

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

Drug interactions for Swicexin have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Swicexin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.



Swicexin Benefits & Uses

Swicexin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Swicexin 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

Swicexin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Swicexin safe for pregnant women?


    Swicexin is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Swicexin safe during breastfeeding?


    Swicexin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Swicexin on the Kidneys?


    Swicexin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Swicexin on the Liver?


    Swicexin is completely safe for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Swicexin on the Heart?


    Using Swicexin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Swicexin with Other Drugs

Swicexin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate



Swicexin Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Swicexin

  • Is this Swicexin habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Swicexin.

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


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

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Swicexin only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, the use of Swicexin in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Swicexin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Swicexin


    Taking Swicexin with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Swicexin


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

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Swicexin

Question over 4 years ago

Can Swicexin treat UTI?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Swicexin 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Swicexin cause headache?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Swicexin 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Swicexin cause itching?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Swicexin might cause itching. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing itching after taking this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Swicexin cover anaerobes?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

No, Swicexin does not cover anaerobes because Swicexin is a first-generation cephalosporin which is resistant against anaerobes.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Swicexin treat strep throat?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Swicexin 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 Swicexin is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, you are advised not to take Swicexin by yourself.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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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