Sporidex 500 Capsule

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Last updated on 06 Apr 2026 | 01:56 PM (IST)

Sporidex 500 Capsule is an antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections. It is effective against infections of the respiratory tract, ear, skin, bones, and urinary tract. It works by killing the bacteria responsible for the infection, helping to relieve symptoms and promote recovery.

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General Information

Contains

Cefalexin (500mg)

Marketer

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Storage

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Product introduction

Sporidex 500 Capsule may be taken with or without food. Take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for. Make sure to complete the full course for maximum benefits. Stopping the treatment early can make the infection return.

Common side effects of Sporidex 500 Capsule include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, dyspepsia, and abdominal pain. These are usually mild and resolve on their own. However, if they persist or worsen, let your doctor know. They may be able to help manage the side effects or prescribe you an alternate medicine.

Before starting Sporidex 500 Capsule, let your doctor know if you have a history of allergic reactions to any antibiotics. Let your doctor also know if you have kidney or liver problems. Additionally, inform your doctor about any medicines you are taking, as they may affect or be affected by this medicine.

Uses of Sporidex Capsule

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Treatment of Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
Treatment of Superficial Pyoderma

Benefits of Sporidex Capsule

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Sporidex 500 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

Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Decreased appetite
Lethargy

How to use Sporidex Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Sporidex 500 Capsule may be taken with or without food.

How Sporidex Capsule works

Sporidex 500 Capsule works by stopping bacteria from building their protective cell walls. It binds to specific proteins in the bacteria, blocking the formation of peptidoglycan, a key component of the cell wall. Without this support, the bacterial wall becomes weak and breaks, leading to the death of the bacteria. This makes Sporidex 500 Capsule effective in treating bacterial infections.

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Quick tips

Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor, even if you start feeling better.
Complete the full course to prevent the infection from returning.
Take it with or without food, but taking it with food may help prevent stomach upset.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of allergies, kidney problems, or other medical conditions.
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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Sporidex 500 Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Sporidex 500 Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

Sporidex 500 Capsule should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.

Driving

SAFE

Sporidex 500 Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Sporidex 500 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Sporidex 500 Capsule is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Cefalexin. Please consult your doctor. Cefalexin may reduce the efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated).

Severe

Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine (Injection Route)

Cefalexin may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine. Cefalexin may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine.

Moderate

Zinc (Oral Route)

Ensure a gap of at least 3 hours between taking Cefalexin and Zinc. Zinc may reduce blood levels of Cefalexin.

Frequently asked questions

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 500 Capsule cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Sporidex 500 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 500 Capsule doesn't work?

Talk to your doctor if Sporidex 500 Capsule doesn't seem to work for you. Your doctor may increase the dose of Sporidex 500 Capsule or switch you to an alternate option, which may work for you.

What if I don't get better after using Sporidex 500 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 500 Capsule when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Sporidex 500 Capsule and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Cephalosporins

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

First-Generation Cephalosporins

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Culture Urine

Peripheral Smear Examination

Urine Routine & Microscopy

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User feedback

Patients taking Sporidex 500 Capsule

Once A Day

100%

What are you using Sporidex Capsule for?

Bacterial infections

82%

Others

18%

How much was the improvement?

Poor

38%

Average

35%

Excellent

27%

What were the side-effects while using Sporidex 500 Capsule?

Allergic reaction

31%

No Side Effect

23%

Stomach pain

15%

Vomiting

Diarrhea

How do you take Sporidex Capsule?

With food

85%

With or without food

15%

Please rate Sporidex 500 Capsule on price

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54%

Average

41%

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Marketer details

Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135 || Khasra No. 1335-1340,Near EPIP- I, Vill - Bhatoli Kalan ,Baddi, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, 173205

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Country of origin: India
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Sporidex 500 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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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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General Information

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Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Sporidex Capsule

Benefits of Sporidex Capsule

Side effects of Sporidex Capsule

How to use Sporidex Capsule

How Sporidex Capsule works

All substitutes for Sporidex 500 Capsule

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine (Injection Route)

Zinc (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Is cephalexin safe?

Can the use of Sporidex 500 Capsule cause diarrhea?

What if Sporidex 500 Capsule doesn't work?

What if I don't get better after using Sporidex 500 Capsule?

Can I stop taking Sporidex 500 Capsule when my symptoms are relieved?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Culture Urine

Peripheral Smear Examination

Urine Routine & Microscopy

References

User feedback

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