Phexin 500 mg Capsule

Phexin 500 mg Capsule is an antibiotic capsule that contains 500 mg of cefalexin in each capsule. It belongs to the cephalosporin class and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, including infections of the skin, throat, ears, respiratory tract, and urinary tract when caused by susceptible bacteria. Phexin 500 mg Capsule works only against bacteria, not viruses like the common cold or flu.

How it works: Cefalexin kills susceptible bacteria by interfering with the way they build their cell walls, which causes the bacteria to break apart and die. The capsule form delivers the medicine by mouth so it can be absorbed into the body and reach the infection site.

Phexin 500 mg Capsule is the higher-strength sibling of Phexin 250 mg Capsule, so it may be chosen when a doctor wants fewer capsules per dose or a stronger amount in each dose. Because each capsule contains 500 mg of cefalexin, it is not the best fit for everyone, and the right strength depends on the type and severity of the infection, kidney function, and the dosing plan your doctor prescribes.

• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Strep throat and tonsillitis
• Ear infections
• Respiratory tract infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Bone infections in selected cases

• Swallow each Phexin 500 mg Capsule whole with water; do not crush or chew it.
• Take it exactly at the times your doctor prescribes, even if you start feeling better before it is finished.
• You may take it with or without food; taking it with food can help reduce stomach upset.
• Try to space doses evenly through the day to keep antibiotic levels steady.
• Finish the full course unless your prescriber tells you to stop.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next one; do not double up.

Each Phexin 500 mg Capsule provides 500 mg of cefalexin per capsule, which is a higher single-capsule strength than Phexin 250 mg Capsule. Depending on the infection, cefalexin may be taken more than once daily, but the exact schedule and maximum daily amount are set by the doctor based on the infection and your kidney function.

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

Common side effects of Cefalexin may include:

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain or indigestion
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Mild rash
• Yeast infection

• Do not take Phexin 500 mg Capsule if you have a known allergy to cefalexin, other cephalosporins, or have had a serious penicillin allergy unless your doctor says it is safe.
• This 500 mg strength may be more than you need for mild infections, so do not change the dose on your own.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, since the dose may need adjustment.
• Tell your prescriber if you have a history of severe allergic reactions or asthma.
• Use caution if you develop significant diarrhea during treatment, because antibiotics can sometimes trigger C. difficile infection.
• Let your doctor know about pregnancy or breastfeeding before using this capsule.
• Alcohol does not directly interact with cefalexin, but it can worsen stomach upset and make it harder to recover.

• Probenecid
• Metformin
• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Live bacterial vaccines such as typhoid vaccine
• Certain other antibiotics may reduce how well treatment works depending on the infection and regimen

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