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Eulexcin 500 belongs to the group of drugs that treat parasites, anti-infectives, antivirals, antifungals. The drug contains Cephalexin monohydrate equivalent to 500mg of Cephalexin and other excipients in sufficient quantities.
1. What is Eulexcin 500?
Ingredients of Eulexcin 500:
Eulexcin 500 has the main ingredient: Cephalexin monohydrate equivalent to 500mg Cephalexin and other active ingredients and excipients with just enough drug content provided by the manufacturer. Dosage form: Box of 10 blisters x 10 tablets, box of 1 bottle of 200 capsules. Pharmacodynamics of the drug Eulexcin 500:
Pharmaceutical substance Cephalexin is a bactericidal antibiotic active against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Cephalexin antibiotic is stable to the action of penicillinase of Staphylococcus, thus resistant to strains of Staphylococcus aureus that are not sensitive to Penicillin (or ampicillin) due to its ability to produce penicillinase enzyme. Cephalexin is also active against most ampicillin-resistant E. coli. Pharmacokinetics of Eulexcin 500:
The antibiotic Cephalexin is almost completely absorbed, even in the presence of food, and is not affected by gastrointestinal disorders, after partial gastrectomy. thickening, hydrochloric acid deficiency, jaundice or the appearance of a diverticulum (in the duodenum or jejunum). Eulexcin 500 is excreted in high concentrations in the urine. The average half-life is about 1 hour, but longer for infants. Cephalexin antibiotic has a high level of safety. Effect of Eulexcin 500:
Cephalexin has a medium spectrum of activity, effective against gram-positive bacteria such as staphylococcus, streptococcus, pneumococcus (except methicillin-resistant streptococcus). Cephalexin is also active against some gram-negative bacteria such as E.coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Proteus mirabilis and Shigella. There are resistant strains: methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus, Enterococcus, Proteus with positive indole reaction, Enterobacter, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Bacteroides.
2. What disease does Eulexcin 500 treat?
Respiratory tract infections: Acute and chronic bronchitis, bronchiectasis with superinfection. Ear, nose and throat infections: otitis media, sinusitis, tonsillitis, mastoiditis and pharyngitis. Urinary tract infections: Chronic pyelonephritis, acute pyelonephritis, cystitis, prostatitis. Prophylactic treatment of recurrent urinary tract infections. Obstetric and gynecological infections. Skin, soft tissue and bone infections. Gonorrhea and syphilis (when penicillin is not appropriate) In dentistry: Temporary replacement of penicillin prophylaxis for people with cardiovascular disease requiring dental treatment.
3. Usage and dosage of Eulexcin 500
Usual therapeutic dose:
Adults and children over 12 years old: 500mg x 3 times daily. Children 5 to 12 years: 250mg x 3 times daily. Children 1 to 5 years old: 125mg x 3 times daily. Under 1 year: 125mg x 2 times per day. To suit the medical condition, especially for those who travel frequently, the daily dose can be divided into 2 equal doses, ie 1g x 2 times/day for adults with urinary tract infections. How to use the drug:
Use Eulexcin 500 by mouth, after meals. In case of drug overdose:
Symptoms of drug overdose include nausea, vomiting, epigastric discomfort, diarrhea and hematuria. Treatment: The doctor will prescribe activated charcoal instead of or along with gastric lavage. Diuresis or hemodialysis has little effect in the treatment of an overdose of this drug.
4. Undesirable effects of the drug Eulexcin 500
Using Eulexcin 500 may appear some unwanted effects as follows:
Digestive disorders, allergic reactions, eosinophilia, angioedema, anaphylactoid reactions, decreased white blood cell count neutropenia, superinfection, pseudomembranous colitis. Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, dyspepsia, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, epigastric discomfort. Skin rash, urticaria, headache, genital candidiasis, vaginitis, vulvar itching. Dizziness, tinnitus, hearing loss and behavioral changes have been reported in young children with the use of drugs containing the active ingredient Cefalexin.
5. Interactions of Eulexcin 500
Interactions of Eulexcin with other drugs are often quite complicated due to the influence of many components in the drug. Studies or recommendations usually only state the types of interactions that are common with use. Therefore, you should not arbitrarily apply information about Eulexcin 500 drug interactions if you are not a treating doctor or medical professional. Interaction of Eulexcin 500 with food and drink: You need to consider using Eulexcin 500 with alcohol, tobacco, alcoholic beverages or fermentation. The causes can change the ingredients in the drug. See details in the leaflet or consult your treating doctor or qualified pharmacist for more details.
6. Some notes when using Eulexcin 500
The drug information Eulexcin 500 is for reference only, for more detailed information please contact a qualified doctor or pharmacist. Do not arbitrarily use Eulexcin 500. Read the instructions carefully before using Eulexcin 500. The antibiotic Cefalexin is generally well tolerated in people with a penicillin allergy, although a very small number of cross-reactions have occurred. As with antibiotics that are eliminated primarily by the kidneys, when renal function is impaired, the dose of Cephalexin should be reduced appropriately. In people using Eulexcin 500, a false positive reaction in the urine glucose test with Benedict's solution or Fehling's solution or a false positive with "Clinitest" tablets may occur, but no such effect with enzyme-based assays. The antibiotic Cefalexin can interfere with the alkaline picrate creatinine test, giving a falsely high test result, but the elevated level is almost of no clinical value. General note in pregnancy: Eulexcin 500 used during pregnancy can cause adverse effects (miscarriage, teratogenicity, fetal malformation...) to any stage of development of the fetus. pregnancy, especially during the first trimester. Therefore, it is best not to use Eulexcin 500 for pregnant women. In case of mandatory use, it is necessary to consult carefully with the treating doctor before deciding to use. General note during lactation: Eulexcin 500 can be passed to the baby through breastfeeding. It is best not to or limit the use of Eulexcin 500 while breastfeeding. Many of today's drugs have yet to fully identify their effects during this period. Mothers need to carefully read the instructions for use and consult with the treating doctor to decide on the use of the drug. Eulexcin 500 is used in infections of the respiratory tract, ENT, urinary tract, ... The drug is indicated in dose and duration depending on the cause of the disease and the condition of each patient. It is best to consult your doctor before using Eulexcin 500.
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