Sporidex 500 Capsule

Sporidex 500 Capsule is a prescription antibiotic capsule that contains cefalexin 500 mg in each capsule. Cefalexin belongs to the cephalosporin class of antibiotics, which are used to treat certain bacterial infections, not viral illnesses like colds or flu. Doctors may prescribe Sporidex 500 Capsule for infections of the skin, throat, ear, respiratory tract, or urinary tract when the bacteria are likely to respond to cefalexin.

How it works: Cefalexin works by stopping bacteria from building a strong cell wall, which causes the bacteria to break apart and die. In capsule form, Sporidex 500 Capsule delivers the medicine by mouth so it can be absorbed into the body and reach the site of infection.

Sporidex 500 Capsule is a higher-strength cefalexin capsule, so it is typically used when an adult or older child has been assessed as needing a 500 mg dose rather than a lower-strength capsule or suspension. This strength can be convenient for standard treatment schedules because fewer capsules may be needed per dose, but the exact dose and timing still depend on the infection being treated and the prescriber’s instructions.

• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Throat and tonsil infections
• Ear infections
• Respiratory tract infections
• Urinary tract infections

• Swallow Sporidex 500 Capsule whole with a glass of water; do not open, crush, or chew it unless your doctor specifically says otherwise.
• Take it exactly at the times prescribed, and try to space doses evenly through the day.
• You may take Sporidex 500 Capsule with or without food; taking it with food may help reduce stomach upset.
• Finish the full course even if you feel better before the medicine is gone.
• 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 share this antibiotic with anyone else, even if their symptoms seem similar.

Each Sporidex 500 Capsule provides cefalexin 500 mg per capsule. Depending on the infection and the patient’s age, kidney function, and response, it may be taken 1 to 4 times per day, but the doctor decides the exact schedule and total daily amount. The maximum daily dose is set by the prescriber for the specific infection and patient, so do not take extra capsules beyond the directions given.

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 or itching
• Dizziness

• Do not use Sporidex 500 Capsule if you have ever had a serious allergy to cefalexin or another cephalosporin.
• Tell your doctor if you have a history of penicillin allergy, since some people are allergic to both groups.
• Use extra caution if you have kidney disease, because the dose may need adjustment for this 500 mg strength.
• Contact your doctor if diarrhea is severe or persistent, especially if it occurs during or after treatment.
• Tell your prescriber about a history of stomach or bowel disease, especially colitis.
• Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Sporidex 500 Capsule.
• Alcohol does not have a known direct interaction with cefalexin, but it can worsen stomach upset and dehydration while you are sick.

• Probenecid may increase cefalexin levels in the body.
• Metformin may require closer monitoring in some patients taking cefalexin.
• Live oral typhoid vaccine may not work as well during antibiotic treatment.
• Warfarin and other blood thinners may need monitoring because antibiotics can affect bleeding risk.
• Some lab tests, including urine glucose tests, may be affected by cephalexin-class antibiotics.

Store Sporidex 500 Capsule in a cool, dry place away from moisture, and keep it in the original strip/box of 10 capsules until use.