Cefalexin (500mg)
Nufex 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or the common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Nufex
10 tablets
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Nufex 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Nufex 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Related Warnings
Consuming alcohol with Nufex 500mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Nufex 500mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Nufex 500mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Nufex 500mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Nufex 500mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Nufex 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Nufex 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Nufex 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Nufex 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Cephalexin is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Yes, the use of Nufex 500mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
Talk to your doctor if Nufex 500mg Tablet doesn't seem to work for you. Your doctor may increase the dose of Nufex 500mg Tablet or switch you to an alternate option, which may work for you.
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
No, do not stop taking Nufex 500mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
