Ceff 500 Capsule

Ceff 500 Capsule is an oral antibiotic capsule that contains cefalexin 500 mg in each capsule. Cefalexin belongs to the cephalosporin class of antibiotics and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, not viral illnesses like colds or flu. Doctors may prescribe Ceff 500 Capsule for infections of the skin, throat, ears, urinary tract, and other susceptible bacterial infections.

How it works: Cefalexin in Ceff 500 Capsule works by stopping bacteria from building the cell wall they need to survive. Without a strong cell wall, the bacteria break apart and die, helping the body clear the infection.

Ceff 500 Capsule is the 500 mg capsule strength, which is a higher per-capsule dose than lower cefalexin strengths and may be chosen when a doctor wants fewer capsules per day or a fuller dose for a specific infection. Because it is the capsule form, it is meant for patients who can swallow capsules and who have been assessed as needing this strength based on the infection and their age, kidney function, and overall health.

• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Strep throat and other throat infections
• Ear infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Bone or joint infections when prescribed
• Other bacterial infections caused by susceptible organisms

• Swallow the Ceff 500 Capsule whole with a full glass of water.
• Take it exactly at the times your doctor prescribes, even if you start to feel better.
• You may take Ceff 500 Capsule with or without food; taking it with food can help if it upsets your stomach.
• Do not open, crush, or chew the capsule unless your prescriber or pharmacist specifically tells you to.
• Space doses evenly through the day to keep a steady amount of medicine in your body.
• Finish the full course, even if symptoms improve early.

Each Ceff 500 Capsule provides cefalexin 500 mg per capsule. How many capsules you take and how often you take them depends on the type and severity of the infection; in adults, it is commonly prescribed several times per day, and the exact maximum daily dose is set by the doctor for your situation. Do not change the dose or stop early unless your prescriber tells you to.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Cefalexin may include:

• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach upset or abdominal pain
• Mild rash or itching
• Headache

• Tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergy to cefalexin, penicillins, or other cephalosporin antibiotics.
• Use caution if you have kidney disease, because the dose may need adjustment for this 500 mg capsule strength.
• Tell your prescriber if you have a history of severe diarrhea or colitis.
• Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using Ceff 500 Capsule.
• Do not use this antibiotic for viral infections, since it will not help colds or the flu.
• Alcohol does not have a known direct interaction with cefalexin, but it can worsen stomach upset or dehydration while you are ill.
• If you feel dizzy or unwell after taking it, avoid driving until you know how the capsule affects you.

• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Probenecid
• Metformin
• Live bacterial vaccines such as typhoid vaccine
• Other antibiotics may interfere with treatment choices, so your doctor should review all medicines

Store Ceff 500 Capsule at room temperature in a dry place, away from moisture and out of reach of children.