Bactex 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body.

Introduction:
Bactex 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or the common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.

Dosage Form:
Tablet

Side Effects:

• rash
• stomach pain
• nausea
• vomiting
• indigestion
• diarrhea

How to Use:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Bactex 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How it Works:
Bactex 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

Quick Tips:

• Your doctor has prescribed Bactex 500mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
• Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
• Discontinue Bactex 500mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash itchy skin swelling of face and mouth or have difficulty in breathing.
• Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.

FAQs:

• Is cephalexin safe?
  Cephalexin is generally considered safe when used at the recommended doses and for the recommended duration, as advised by your doctor.


• Can the use of Bactex 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
  Yes, Bactex 500mg Tablet may cause diarrhea as an antibiotic, which can affect the balance of gut bacteria. If diarrhea persists, it is essential to consult your doctor for guidance.


• What if Bactex 500mg Tablet doesn't work?
  If Bactex 500mg Tablet does not seem to be effective, it is recommended to consult your doctor. They may adjust the dosage or switch to an alternative treatment option to find a suitable solution for you.


• What if I don't get better after using Bactex 500mg Tablet?
  It is crucial to inform your doctor if you do not experience improvement after completing the full course of treatment or if your symptoms worsen while using Bactex 500mg Tablet.


• Can I stop taking Bactex 500mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?
  No, it is essential to complete the full course of treatment with Bactex 500mg Tablet, even if you experience symptom relief, to ensure the infection is fully cured.