Sporidex 250 Capsule
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Product introduction
Sporidex 250 Capsule is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs, ears, throat, urinary tract, skin, soft tissues, bones, and joints. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection.
Sporidex 250 Capsule 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.
Sporidex 250 Capsule 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.
Uses of Sporidex Capsule
Benefits of Sporidex Capsule
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Sporidex 250 Capsule is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Side effects of Sporidex Capsule
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 them
Common side effects of Sporidex
- Rash
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Indigestion
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
How to use Sporidex Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Sporidex 250 Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Sporidex Capsule works
Sporidex 250 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Sporidex 250 Capsule does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Sporidex 250 Capsule 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Sporidex 250 Capsule 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 Sporidex 250 Capsule, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Avoid prolonged use of Sporidex 250 Capsule, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving
SAFE
Sporidex 250 Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Sporidex 250 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sporidex 250 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Sporidex 250 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Sporidex 250 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Sporidex Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Sporidex 250 Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Sporidex 250 Capsule to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- Discontinue Sporidex 250 Capsule and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Narrow-spectrum {First generation cephalosporins}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cephalosporins: 1st generation
Interaction with drugs
Taking Sporidex with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Cefalexin may reduce the efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated).
Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Cefalexin. P
Cefalexin may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine.
Do not consume Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine with Cefalexin. If Purified Vi Polysacch
Zinc may reduce blood levels of Cefalexin.
Ensure a gap of at least 3 hours between taking Cefalexin and Zinc.
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Sporidex 250 Capsule
Thrice A Day
41%
Twice A Day
41%
Once A Day
16%
Four Times A *
2%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Sporidex Capsule for?
Bacterial inf*
85%
Others
15%
*Bacterial infections
How much was the improvement?
Poor
67%
Excellent
33%
What were the side-effects while using Sporidex 250 Capsule?
Diarrhea
33%
Nausea
33%
Allergic reac*
33%
*Allergic reaction
How do you take Sporidex Capsule?
With food
100%
Please rate Sporidex 250 Capsule on price
Not Expensive
100%
FAQs
Is cephalexin safe?
Cephalexin is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Can the use of Sporidex 250 Capsule cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Sporidex 250 Capsule 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.
What if Sporidex 250 Capsule doesn't work?
Talk to your doctor if Sporidex 250 Capsule doesn't seem to work for you. Your doctor may increase the dose of Sporidex 250 Capsule or switch you to an alternate option, which may work for you.
What if I don't get better after using Sporidex 250 Capsule?
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.
Can I stop taking Sporidex 250 Capsule when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Sporidex 250 Capsule and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
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Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: September, 2025
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: September, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Sporidex 250 Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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