Alexin
Form: Capsule
Strength: 500mg
Generic Name: Cephalexin
Company: Renata Limited
MRP:৳ 11.42 (Capsule)
Is Antibiotic: No
Indications
Alexin is used to treat infections caused by certain bacteria. These include:
- Respiratory infections: Bronchitis and infected bronchiectasis.
- Urinary tract infections: Including nephritis, cystitis, urethritis, and prostatitis.
- Skin and soft tissue infections: Caused by staph and strep bacteria.
- Ear, nose, and throat infections: Such as ear infections, sinusitis, and tonsillitis.
- Bone infections: Caused by staph and P. mirabilis bacteria.
Pharmacology
Alexin is a type of antibiotic that works by stopping bacteria from making their cell walls. Without a strong cell wall, bacteria can’t survive. Alexin is part of the cephalosporin family, and Alexin works well when taken orally.
Dosage & Administration
Adults: The usual dose is 250 mg to 500 mg every 6 hours. For skin infections, strep throat, or simple bladder infections in people over 15 years old, take 500 mg every 12 hours. In more severe cases, the dose can go up to 3-6 grams daily.
Children: The dose depends on weight. For example, for a 10 kg child, the dose would be 62.5-125 mg four times a day, or 125-250 mg twice a day. The maximum daily dose is 4 grams.
If treating ear infections or strep throat, the daily dose can be split into two doses taken every 12 hours. For ear infections, 75-100 mg/kg/day is needed in four doses.
Interaction
There are no known significant interactions with other drugs.
Contraindications
Alexin is not recommended for people who are allergic to cephalosporin antibiotics.
Side Effects
Side effects can include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Rarely, people may experience skin rashes, swelling, changes in blood tests, or infections with other bacteria like Candida. Some people may also have a reaction called pseudomembranous colitis.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Alexin is considered safe to use during pregnancy if necessary. Alexin is found in breast milk, so caution is needed when used by nursing mothers.
Precautions & Warnings
People with kidney problems should use this drug with caution and may need a lower dose. Alexin can cause false positive results for glucose in urine tests and can affect Coombs’ test results. Even though Alexin hasn’t been shown to harm babies in animal studies, caution is still advised during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Overdose Effects
There are no specific overdose effects mentioned.
Therapeutic Class
First generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, dry place.
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