Infections | RM ZELEXIN 500 MG CAP

What is this medicine used for?

· For the treatment of the following infections caused by susceptible microorganisms:

Skin and skin structure infections
Bone and joint infections
Genitourinary tract infections, including acute prostatitis
Respiratory tract infections including acute and chronic bronchitis and infected bronchiectasis
Ear, nose and throat infections including otitis media, mastoiditis, sinusitis, follicular tonsillitis, and pharyngitis
Dental infections

How much and how often should you use this medicine?

· Cefalexin is administered orally.

· Usual Adult Dose: 250 mg every 6 hours (Maximum Dose: 4 g/day)

Age Group	Recommended Cefalexin Oral Dose (based on 50 mg/kg body weight/day)
	100 mg/ mL Drops	125 mg/ 5 mL Suspension		250 mg/ 5 mL Suspension
	Every 6 hours	Every 6 hours	Every 12 hours	Every 6 hours	Every 12 hours
Birth to 3 months	0.5 mL	-	-	-	-
4 to 6 months	0.75 to 1 mL	-	-	-	-
7 to 12 months	1 mL	-	-	-	-
1 to 2 years	-	5 mL (1 tsp)	10 mL (2 tsp)	2.5 mL (½ tsp)	5 mL (1 tsp)
3 to 6 years	-	5 to 10 mL(1 to 2 tsp)	10 to 20 mL (2 to 4 tsp)	2.5 to 5 mL(½ to 1 tsp)	5 to 10 mL (1 to 2 tsp)
7 to 12 years	-	-	-	5 to 10 mL (1 to 2 tsp)	10 to 20 mL (2 to 4 tsp)
	Or, as prescribed by a physician.

Usual duration of Treatment:

For mild to moderate infections: 5 to 7 days

For cystitis: 7 to 14 days

For β-hemolytic streptococcal infections: At least 10 day

Directions for Reconstitution:

Cefalexin Dosage Format and Pack Size	Volume of Distilled Water to be Added	Directions
100 mg/mL powder for suspension (oral drops), 10 mL	7 mL	Tap the bottle several times to loosen the powder or granules before reconstitution. Add the required amount of distilled water in two portions, replace the bottle cap and shake vigorously after each addition until all contents are evenly suspended. Keep bottle tightly closed. Shake well before use.
125 mg/5 mL granules for suspension, 60 mL	45 mL
250 mg/5 mL granules for suspension, 60 mL	44 mL
After reconstitution, store for not more than 14 days under refrigeration (2°C to 8°C) and not more than 7 days at temperatures not exceeding 30°C. Protect from light.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to Cefalexin or any ingredient in the product
Alcohol: avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine
Probenecid: as with other bet-lactam antibiotics, the renal excretion of Cefaclor is inhibited by probenecid
Aminoglycosides (Streptomycin, Kanamycin, Gentamicin): may increase the risk of kidney toxicity

Availability

Cefalexin (Zelexin™) 100 mg/ mL Powder for Suspension (Oral Drops), in 15 mL bottle
Cefalexin(Zelexin™) 125 mg/ 5 mL Granules for Suspension, in 60 mL bottle
Cefalexin (Zelexin™) 250 mg/ 5 mL Granules for Suspension, in 60 mL bottle
Cefalexin(Zelexin™) 250 mg Capsule, box of 100’s (in blister foil by 10’s)
Cefalexin (Zelexin™) 500 mg Capsule, box of 100’s (in blister foil by 10’s)

RM ZELEXIN 500 MG CAP