Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Pharmafabrikon
Active Ingredient Cefalexin (125mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical ClassNarrow-spectrum {First generation cephalosporins}
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassANTI INFECTIVES
Action ClassCephalosporins: 1st generation
User Rating4.9
User Reviews687

FAQ

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Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Lexkid 125mg?
Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.
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Can Lexkid 125mg cause any serious side effects?
Yes, Lexkid 125mg may rarely cause some serious side effects. These may include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, severe diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. If your child develops any such unwanted effects, consult your child’s doctor.
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Can Lexkid 125mg impact my child’s digestion?
Lexkid 125mg is an antibiotic and its use may affect or compromise the good bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract, thereby increasing the risk of developing other infections. In case your child experiences diarrhea while being on treatment with Lexkid 125mg, do not abruptly stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask about the next steps.
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Can other medicines be given at the same time as Lexkid 125mg?
Lexkid 125mg can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Lexkid 125mg. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
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What if I overdose my child by mistake?
A single extra dose of Lexkid 125mg is unlikely to do any harm. However, if you think you have given too much of Lexkid 125mg to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition.
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What if you forget to take Lexkid Tablet DT?
Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up. Follow the prescribed dosing schedule strictly.
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Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT Reviews

Lexkid 125mg is an antibiotic medicine that is given to children for the treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections associated with the ear, nose, throat, tonsils, lungs, and skin. It may also be prescribed as a second line of treatment for urinary tract infections.

Lexkid 125mg may be given with or without food. However, if your child develops a stomach upset, prefer giving it with food. It is usually given three times a day but this may vary depending on the type and severity of the infection. Stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, give the same dose again. Avoid giving a double dose if it is almost time for the next dose.

Lexkid 125mg may cause some minor and temporary side effects such as vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, and mild skin rash. These side effects usually go away once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, if they persist or become bothersome for your child, report to the doctor immediately.

Inform the doctor about your child’s complete medical history, including any previous episode of allergy, heart problems, blood disorders, birth defects, lung anomaly, gastrointestinal problems, skin disorders, and liver or kidney malfunction. This information will help the doctor suggest the correct dose and its related schedule for planning your child’s overall treatment.

How Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT Works

Lexkid 125mg is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. This activity stops the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading without making them resistant to further treatment.

How to Use Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Lexkid 125mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT

  • In Treatment of Bacterial infections: Lexkid 125mg is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Uses of Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT

  • Treatment of Bacterial infections

Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Pregnancy  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lexkid 125mg 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.
Liver  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lexkid 125mg is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Lexkid 125mg is recommended.However, consult with your child’s doctor before giving Lexkid 125mg to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.
Driving  SAFE
Lexkid 125mg does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lexkid 125mg 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 Lexkid 125mg, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Kidney  CAUTION
Lexkid 125mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lexkid 125mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol  SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Lexkid 125mg does not cause any harmful side effects.

Quick Tips

  • Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
  • Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. This medicine is not to be taken in such cases.
  • You may see white patches inside your child’s mouth and throat after a prolonged intake of Lexkid 125mg. This could be due to a fungal infection. So, if your child develops any such effect, contact your doctor right away.
  • Only give Lexkid 125mg to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.
  • Contact your doctor if your child has diarrhea that goes on for more than 4 days or if it is severe and watery, or contains blood.
  • Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply, become resistant, or cause another infection.
  • Stop this medicine and immediately report to your child’s doctor in case your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.

References

  1. Cefalexin monohydrate [EMC SmPC]. South Ruislip, UK: Aurobindo Pharma - Milpharm Ltd.; 2009 [revised 14 Dec. 2020].
  2. About Kids Health. Cephalexin.

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