Cephadex 125 mg Syrup

Cephadex 125 mg Syrup is a prescription antibiotic containing cefalexin, a cephalosporin used to treat certain bacterial infections. Each bottle contains 125 mg of cefalexin in syrup form, making it easier to swallow and measure than solid dosage forms. Cephadex 125 mg Syrup is used for infections such as some skin, throat, ear, urinary tract, and respiratory tract infections when your clinician thinks cefalexin is appropriate. It only works against bacteria, not colds or flu.

How it works: Cefalexin works by stopping bacteria from building a strong protective cell wall, which causes the bacteria to die. In syrup form, Cephadex 125 mg Syrup delivers the medicine as a liquid dose that is easier to measure and swallow.

Cephadex 125 mg Syrup is the lower-strength syrup option in this brand line, compared with Cephadex 500 mg Syrup. Doctors may choose the 125 mg syrup for children, for adults who need smaller, carefully measured doses, or when a liquid form is easier to take and adjust. The syrup does not work faster just because it is liquid, but it can be easier to give and split into prescribed doses.

• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Ear infections
• Throat and tonsil infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Respiratory tract infections
• Bone and joint infections in selected cases

• Shake the bottle well before each dose so the medicine is evenly mixed.
• Measure Cephadex 125 mg Syrup with a proper oral syringe or dosing cup, not a kitchen spoon.
• Take it exactly at the times prescribed and finish the full course even if you feel better.
• It may be taken with or without food; taking it with food can help if it upsets your stomach.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.
• Use only the amount your doctor prescribed for Cephadex 125 mg Syrup, since liquid antibiotics are often tailored by weight or infection type.

Cephadex 125 mg Syrup provides 125 mg of cefalexin per bottle strength as labeled for this product, and the exact amount you take depends on your prescription. Doctors commonly divide cefalexin into several doses per day, often every 6 to 12 hours, and the maximum daily amount depends on the infection and the patient. Your prescriber decides the right schedule for Cephadex 125 mg Syrup, so do not change the dose on your own.

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 pain or upset stomach
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Mild rash

• Do not use Cephadex 125 mg Syrup if you have a known allergy to cephalexin or other cephalosporin antibiotics.
• Tell your doctor if you have ever had a severe penicillin allergy, since cross-reactions can occur in some people.
• Use extra caution if you have kidney disease, because dosing may need adjustment.
• Inform your clinician if you have a history of colitis or antibiotic-associated diarrhea.
• This syrup may contain sugars or sweeteners, so people with diabetes should check the label and monitor glucose as advised.
• Alcohol does not directly block cefalexin, but it can worsen stomach upset or make you feel more unwell.
• If the medicine makes you dizzy or sleepy, use caution when driving or operating machinery.

• Probenecid
• Metformin
• Warfarin and other anticoagulants
• Live bacterial vaccines such as oral typhoid vaccine

Store Cephadex 125 mg Syrup at room temperature, tightly closed, and keep it away from excess heat, moisture, and freezing unless the label says otherwise.