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Cefamechiltab (Methylolcephalexin Lisineate)

Cefamechiltab (Methylolcephalexin Lisineate)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Methylolcefalexin Lysinate›500mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Daehwa Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Light orange rectangular film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 199501552 · Notified 1995.10.20 · Insurance code 645601100

Summary

Main use
Treatment of urinary, respiratory, skin and soft tissue, and bone infections
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Adults Administer 3~4g (potency) of methylol cephalexin lysinate orally in 3~4 divided doses daily.
Child dose
Adjust the dose appropriately according to age (13 years and older) and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Daehwa Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of urinary, respiratory, skin and soft tissue, and bone infections

  • Tonsillitis
  • pharyngitis
  • acute pyelonephritis
  • cystitis
  • prostatitis
  • skin and soft tissue infections
  • bone infections
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This medication is effective against various bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Streptococcus pyogenes, Escherichia coli, and Klebsiella. The main target diseases include tonsillitis, pharyngitis, acute pyelonephritis, cystitis, prostatitis, skin and soft tissue infections, and bone infections. In other words, this medication is used to treat bacterial infections in various areas, including respiratory infections, urinary tract infections, and skin and bone-related infections.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults Administer 3~4g (potency) of methylol cephalexin lysinate orally in 3~4 divided doses daily.

Child dose

Adjust the dose appropriately according to age (13 years and older) and symptoms.

Precautions

This medication may have resistance to certain bacteria, so it is important to confirm sensitivity before use. Severe allergic reactions or shock may occur with this medication; therefore, it should not be administered to patients who have experienced shock due to this drug in the past. Patients who have had allergies to this drug or similar classes of antibiotics should be cautious when taking it. Patients allergic to penicillin-based drugs should also be careful when using this medication, and those with allergic tendencies should be administered cautiously. Patients with severely impaired kidney function, elderly patients, or those with poor nutritional status should be closely monitored, as signs of vitamin K deficiency may appear during medication use. This medication contains certain coloring agents, so patients who are allergic to these components need to be careful when using it. If symptoms of allergy such as skin rash, itching, or fever appear during administration, discontinue the drug immediately and consult a physician. Rarely, side effects such as blood abnormalities, liver dysfunction, and impaired kidney function may occur, thus regular testing is necessary. Gastrointestinal symptoms may include abdominal pain, diarrhea, and vomiting; in severe cases, administration should be discontinued immediately. Severe side effects such as respiratory symptoms or interstitial pneumonia may rarely occur, so consult medical staff immediately if related symptoms appear. Changes in flora such as stomatitis or candidiasis may occur during administration, so oral condition should be carefully monitored. Vitamin deficiency symptoms may also occur rarely, so notify medical personnel if any unusual symptoms are observed. This medication should be used only for the minimum required duration to prevent the emergence of resistant bacteria, and it is advisable to conduct a thorough medical history and skin reaction tests before treatment. Safety has not been established during pregnancy, so it should be administered cautiously only when necessary. This medication should not be mixed with other high molecular weight substances, and dosage adjustment is necessary when combined with other drugs affecting kidney function. Additionally, this medication may affect clinical test results, so this should be considered during testing.

Side effects

shock

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air or humidity, so it must be stored in a tightly closed container. It is also recommended to avoid direct sunlight and store at room temperature.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Light orange rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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