Keforal Tablet 500mg

About Keforal Tablet 500mg

Keforal Tablet 500mg Uses

• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Throat and upper respiratory tract infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Middle ear infections (otitis media)
• Bone and joint infections

Keforal Tablet 500mg Benefits

• Works against a wide range of common gram positive bacteria
• Absorbed well when taken by mouth, so hospital admission is often avoided
• Generally well tolerated with a predictable side effect profile
• A cost effective option compared to many newer antibiotics
• Suitable for both adults and children with weight based dosing

What Experts Say

Cephalexin belongs to the first generation cephalosporin family and works by blocking the enzymes bacteria need to build their cell walls. This weakens the wall until the bacterial cell ruptures, which is why the drug is described as bactericidal rather than simply bacteria slowing.

Physicians favor first generation cephalosporins like cephalexin for uncomplicated infections of the skin, throat, and urinary tract because the spectrum is narrow enough to limit resistance pressure while still covering the organisms most often responsible for these infections. Renal function is checked in older patients or anyone with existing kidney disease, since a large portion of the drug is removed unchanged through the kidneys and the dosing interval needs to be widened when clearance slows.

Pakistan carries a substantial burden of skin and soft tissue infections and uncomplicated urinary tract infections, particularly in warmer months, which keeps a reliable oral cephalosporin like this in frequent clinical use. Doctors also weigh the modest but real cross reactivity with penicillin allergy before prescribing it to a patient with a documented penicillin reaction.

Drug Class

• First Generation Cephalosporin Antibiotic

Keforal Tablet 500mg formula

• Cephalexin

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Keforal Tablet 500mg?

• Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water.
• Take doses at evenly spaced intervals through the day as advised.
• Complete the full course even if symptoms improve early.
• Take with food if it causes stomach upset.
• Do not double the next dose if one is missed, just continue the regular schedule.

Drug Interactions

• Probenecid: Slows the removal of cephalexin from the body and can raise blood levels of the drug.
• Metformin: Cephalexin can raise metformin levels in the blood, so blood sugar should be monitored more closely.
• Warfarin: May enhance the blood thinning effect, so clotting levels should be checked more often during treatment.
• Live Typhoid Vaccine: Antibiotics can reduce the effectiveness of live oral vaccines, so spacing the two apart is recommended.

Risks and warnings

• Cephalosporin Allergy: Avoid this medicine if there is a known allergy to cephalexin or other cephalosporin antibiotics.
• Penicillin Allergy: A small number of people allergic to penicillin can also react to cephalexin, so mention any penicillin allergy to the doctor first.
• Kidney Disease: The dose needs adjustment in people with reduced kidney function since the drug is cleared through the kidneys.
• Prolonged Diarrhea: Severe or watery diarrhea during or after treatment can signal a serious intestinal infection and needs prompt medical attention.
• Pregnancy And Breastfeeding: Use only if the treating doctor considers it necessary, since small amounts pass into breast milk.

Keforal Tablet 500mg Side Effects

• Nausea or vomiting
• Diarrhea or loose stools
• Stomach pain or indigestion
• Skin rash or itching
• Dizziness or headache
• Vaginal itching or yeast infection
• Swelling of the face, lips, or tongue (seek care immediately)
• Severe or watery diarrhea that does not improve

Storage Conditions

• Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place.
• Keep the strip in its original packaging away from moisture.
• Protect from direct sunlight and heat.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Discard any unused tablets once the course is finished.