B-LEX 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml

B-LEX 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml is a broad spectrum antibiotic. It works by interfering with the bacterial cell wall synthesis.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for B-LEX 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml

• Diarrhea severe
• Abdominal pain severe
• Dark or clay colored stools severe
• Fever severe
• Itching or rash severe
• Joint pain severe
• Dark urine severe
• Loss of appetite severe
• Dizziness severe
• Yellow colored eyes or skin severe

Uses of B-LEX 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml

What is it prescribed for?

• Ear Infection (Otitis Media)

  B-LEX 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml is used in the treatment of Otitis Media which is an ear infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Moraxella.

• Pharyngitis

  B-LEX 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml is used in the treatment of Pharyngitis which is an inflammation of Pharynx caused by group A Streptococcus.

• Cystitis

  B-LEX 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml is used in the treatment of Cystitis which is a bladder infection caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas Aeruginosa, Enterococci and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

• Pyelonephritis

  B-LEX 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml is used in the treatment of Pyelonephritis which is a type of kidney infection caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

• Osteomyelitis

  B-LEX 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml is used in the treatment of Osteomyelitis which is a bone infection caused by Staphylococcus aureus.

When not to use?

• Allergy

  Avoid if you have a known allergy to B-LEX 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml or Beta-lactam Antibiotics like penicillins and cephalosporins. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any allergic symptoms like rash, itching, nausea or vomiting, swelling of lips, hands, and feet.

• Clostridium difficile-associated Diarrhea

  Avoid if you experience severe diarrhea after receiving B-LEX 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml lAs antibiotic therapy will cause an imbalance in the normal microbial flora in the large intestine which promotes the growth of bacteria called Clostridium difficile - causing diarrhea.

• Impaired kidney function

  Use with caution if you have a preexisting kidney disease. Appropriate dose adjustments are to be made based on CrCl or eGFR.

• Impaired liver function

  B-LEX 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml and other cephalosporins are reported to cause liver diseases like Hepatitis and Cholestatic jaundice. Use with caution if you have a risk of developing liver disease. Suitable dose adjustments are to be made based on the clinical condition.

• Drug- resistance

  Usage of B-LEX 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that is drug resistant.

Take B-LEX 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking B-LEX 125mg|5ml Suspension 60ml before completion of course.

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