Cefalexin (500mg)
Cephalkem 500 mg Capsule is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used to treat common mild to moderate bacterial infection.
10 capsules in 1 strip
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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. Cephalkem 500 mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Cephalkem 500 mg Capsule 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
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Cephalkem 500 mg Capsule is probably safe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.
Cephalkem 500 mg Capsule is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Cephalkem 500 mg Capsule, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Cephalkem 500 mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Cephalkem 500 mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cephalkem 500 mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Cephalkem 500 mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cephalkem 500 mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
