Phexin BD 375mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body.

Introduction:
Phexin BD 375mg 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:
  • The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, and 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. Phexin BD 375mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How it Works:
Phexin BD 375mg 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:
  • 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 Phexin BD 375mg 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 considered safe when used at prescribed doses for the recommended duration, as advised by your doctor.

  • Can Phexin BD 375mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
    Yes, using Phexin BD 375mg Tablet may lead to diarrhea. As an antibiotic, it kills harmful bacteria but can also affect helpful bacteria in the stomach or intestine, causing diarrhea. If persistent, consult your doctor.

  • What if Phexin BD 375mg Tablet doesn't seem to work?
    If Phexin BD 375mg Tablet appears ineffective, discuss this with your doctor who may adjust the dosage or switch you to an alternative medication that could be more effective.

  • What if I don't get better after using Phexin BD 375mg Tablet?
    Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after completing the full treatment course. Also, notify them if your symptoms worsen while taking this medication.

  • Can I stop taking Phexin BD 375mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?
    No, it is essential to complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better, as stopping prematurely may not fully cure the infection.

Alcohol Warning:
Consuming alcohol with Phexin BD 375mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy Warning:
Phexin BD 375mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breastfeeding Warning:
Phexin BD 375mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. Avoid prolonged use of Phexin BD 375mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

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Phexin BD 375mg Tablet

strip of 10.0 tablets
Prescription required
Manufacturer
Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Cefalexin (375mg)
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