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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 12:51 PM IST

About Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's

Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's belongs to the group of antibiotics called cephalosporin used to treat various bacterial infections of the nose, lungs, ear, bones, joints, skin, urinary tract, prostate gland, and reproductive system. Besides this Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's is also used to treat dental infections. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's is bactericidal in nature. Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's works by blocking the activity of enzymes which are responsible for making peptidoglycan, an important component of the bacterial cell wall. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

The dose and duration of Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's can vary depending upon your condition and the severity of the infection. Also, it is recommended to complete the course of medicine even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance). In some cases, Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's may cause common side-effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, stomach pain, and skin rashes. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Before starting Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's should not be given to children below 5 years. Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's may affect certain laboratory test results such as blood tests for liver function, glucose test, and coombs test. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's.

Uses of Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's

Bacterial infections.

Medicinal Benefits

Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's belongs to the group of antibiotics called cephalosporin used to treat various bacterial infections of the nose, lungs, ear, bones, joints, skin, urinary tract, prostate gland, and reproductive system. Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's is bactericidal in nature. Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's works by blocking the activity of enzymes which are responsible for making peptidoglycan, an important component of the bacterial cell wall. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections. Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is effective against a wide range of bacteria such as gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci bacteria, including susceptible isolates of Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, S. pyrogens, Haemophilus influenzae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Moraxella catarrhalis, and Proteus mirabilis.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or crush the tablet/capsule.Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack; shake the pack well before each use.Dry syrup: Check the label for directions before use. Add boiled and cooled water up to the mark on the bottle and shake well.Dispersible tablet: Disperse the tablet in a teaspoon full of boiled and cooled water and consume it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's

  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Indigestion
  • Stomach pain
  • Skin rashes

Drug Warnings

Do not take Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's if you have polyphria (hereditary metabolic disorder). Before starting Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you experience skin rash or prolonged, significant diarrhoea with abdominal pains. Talk to your doctor before taking Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's if you have/had inflammation of the intestine. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's should not be given to children below 5 years.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's may have interaction with antibiotics (capreomycin, vancomycin, gentamicin, neomycin, tobramycin, cefuroxime), anti-fungal (amphotericin), anti-gout (probenecid), antidiabetic (metformin), and diuretics (furosemide, bumetanide).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have colitis (inflammation in the lining of the colon), seizure disorders, dialysis, kidney and liver dysfunction.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • AMPHOTERICIN B
  • VANCOMYCIN
  • GENTAMICIN
  • NEOMYCIN
  • TOBRAMYCIN
  • CEFUROXIME
  • PROBENECID
  • METFORMIN
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • BUMETANIDE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help indigestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
  • Eat fibre rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.

Special Advise

Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's may affect certain laboratory test results such as blood tests for liver function, glucose test, and coombs test. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms, like fevers, chills, and fatigue. Bacteria are of various forms comprising commonly of spherical, rod, and spiral-shaped. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.

About Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's

Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's belongs to the group of antibiotics called cephalosporin used to treat various bacterial infections of the nose, lungs, ear, bones, joints, skin, urinary tract, prostate gland, and reproductive system. Besides this Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's is also used to treat dental infections. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's is bactericidal in nature. Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's works by blocking the activity of enzymes which are responsible for making peptidoglycan, an important component of the bacterial cell wall. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

The dose and duration of Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's can vary depending upon your condition and the severity of the infection. Also, it is recommended to complete the course of medicine even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance). In some cases, Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's may cause common side-effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, stomach pain, and skin rashes. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Before starting Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's should not be given to children below 5 years. Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's may affect certain laboratory test results such as blood tests for liver function, glucose test, and coombs test. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's.

Non returnable*
COD available

Online payment accepted

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Composition

CEFALEXIN-500MG

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

for this medicine

Uses of Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's

Bacterial infections.

Medicinal Benefits

Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's belongs to the group of antibiotics called cephalosporin used to treat various bacterial infections of the nose, lungs, ear, bones, joints, skin, urinary tract, prostate gland, and reproductive system. Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's is bactericidal in nature. Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's works by blocking the activity of enzymes which are responsible for making peptidoglycan, an important component of the bacterial cell wall. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections. Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is effective against a wide range of bacteria such as gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci bacteria, including susceptible isolates of Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, S. pyrogens, Haemophilus influenzae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Moraxella catarrhalis, and Proteus mirabilis.

Side Effects of Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's

  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Indigestion
  • Stomach pain
  • Skin rashes

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or crush the tablet/capsule.Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack; shake the pack well before each use.Dry syrup: Check the label for directions before use. Add boiled and cooled water up to the mark on the bottle and shake well.Dispersible tablet: Disperse the tablet in a teaspoon full of boiled and cooled water and consume it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's if you have polyphria (hereditary metabolic disorder). Before starting Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you experience skin rash or prolonged, significant diarrhoea with abdominal pains. Talk to your doctor before taking Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's if you have/had inflammation of the intestine. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's should not be given to children below 5 years.

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • AMPHOTERICIN B
  • VANCOMYCIN
  • GENTAMICIN
  • NEOMYCIN
  • TOBRAMYCIN
  • CEFUROXIME
  • PROBENECID
  • METFORMIN
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • BUMETANIDE

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help indigestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
  • Eat fibre rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's may affect certain laboratory test results such as blood tests for liver function, glucose test, and coombs test. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Mexef 500 DT Tablet 10's. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms, like fevers, chills, and fatigue. Bacteria are of various forms comprising commonly of spherical, rod, and spiral-shaped. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.