Cephadex 250 mg Capsule

Cephadex 250 mg Capsule is a prescription antibiotic that contains 250 mg of cefalexin in each capsule. It belongs to the cephalosporin class of antibiotics and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, not viral illnesses like colds or flu. Cephadex 250 mg Capsule may be prescribed for infections of the skin, throat, respiratory tract, ears, urinary tract, and some bone or soft tissue infections when the bacteria are likely to respond to cefalexin.

How it works: Cefalexin works by stopping bacteria from building a strong cell wall, which makes the bacteria break apart and die. The capsule form delivers the medicine by mouth, where it is absorbed and then carried through the body to help clear the infection.

Cephadex 250 mg Capsule is a lower-strength option compared with Cephadex 500 mg Capsule, which can make it easier for a doctor to tailor dosing, especially for children, smaller adults, or people who need more gradual dosing adjustments. Because each capsule contains only 250 mg, it may be chosen when a prescriber wants a smaller per-dose amount rather than the stronger 500 mg capsule.

• Skin infections
• Throat infections
• Ear infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Respiratory tract infections
• Soft tissue infections

• Swallow the Cephadex 250 mg Capsule whole with a glass of water; do not crush or chew it unless your prescriber tells you otherwise.
• Take it exactly as prescribed and try to take doses at evenly spaced times.
• It can usually be taken with or without food; taking it with food may help reduce stomach upset.
• Finish the full course even if you start to feel better, because stopping early can let the infection return.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.
• Do not use Cephadex 250 mg Capsule to treat colds, flu, or other viral infections.

Each Cephadex 250 mg Capsule provides 250 mg of cefalexin per capsule. The exact dose and how often it is taken depend on the infection being treated, kidney function, age, and the prescriber’s instructions; it may be taken 2 to 4 times daily, and the total daily dose is set by the doctor based on the patient’s needs.

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
• Indigestion
• Mild rash
• Yeast infection

• Tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergy to cefalexin, penicillins, or other cephalosporin antibiotics.
• Use extra caution if you have kidney disease, because the dose may need adjustment.
• Tell your prescriber if you have a history of severe diarrhea or colitis.
• Let your doctor know if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning pregnancy.
• Alcohol is not a known direct interaction with cefalexin, but it can worsen stomach upset or dehydration if you are already unwell.
• This 250 mg capsule is a prescription antibiotic and should not be shared with others, even if their symptoms seem similar.
• If you take medicines that can affect kidney function, your clinician may want to monitor you more closely.

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

Store Cephadex 250 mg Capsule at room temperature in a dry place, away from excess heat, moisture, and direct light, and keep it in the original strip or box until use.