Gyeongbocephalexin Capsule

Adult dose

As cephalexin, 250mg (based on potency) should be taken orally every 8 hours. In severe infections (such as pneumonia) and infections with low susceptibility, the dosage can be doubled. For acute gonococcal urethritis, this medication is given in a single dose of 3g combined with 1g of probenecid.

Child dose

Administer 20mg/kg of body weight (based on potency) divided every 8 hours. For severe infections, otitis media, and infections with low susceptibility, a dosage of 40mg/kg of body weight (based on potency) may be administered, with a maximum dosage of

This medication works by binding to specific proteins to disrupt the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall, thereby killing the bacteria. Before using this medication, it is essential to inform if you have previously used this drug or similar class antibiotics and experienced severe allergic reactions or shock. People with allergic tendencies or those who frequently show symptoms like bronchial asthma, rash, or hives should use this medication with caution. Patients with severely reduced kidney function or gastrointestinal diseases should take it with more caution. If symptoms of allergy occur during use, such as skin rash, itching, difficulty breathing, or swelling, immediately stop taking the medication and consult a healthcare professional. Rarely, severe skin diseases, blood abnormalities, liver, and kidney dysfunction may occur; hence regular monitoring and testing are necessary. This medication may cause gastrointestinal disturbances, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and signs of discomfort, so report any severe symptoms to the healthcare professional. Interactions may occur when used with other medications, so be sure to inform your healthcare provider of any medications you are currently taking. Especially, since it can affect blood clotting, patients taking anticoagulants should have regular blood tests. Pregnant or nursing women should use this medication cautiously as its safety has not been fully established. In infants less than one month of age, the safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established, so use should be avoided. Elderly patients have impaired body functions, making them more susceptible to side effects, so dosing and intervals should be adjusted, and careful monitoring is necessary. To prevent unnecessary development of resistant bacteria, it is crucial to take this medication for the exact period required. Additionally, during the course of taking this medication, there may be signs of bleeding tendencies or vitamin deficiency, so report any abnormal symptoms to your healthcare provider immediately.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• swelling
• difficulty breathing
• shock
• anaphylactic symptoms
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome
• toxic epidermal necrolysis
• agranulocytosis
• neutropenia
• pancytopenia

Mild side effects

• General flushing
• vascular swelling
• sensory disturbances
• fainting
• hypertension
• vasodilation
• rash
• erythema
• itching
• fever

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a container that blocks light. It is also recommended to store the medication at room temperature, not too hot or too cold.

Appearance

It is a hard capsule with the upper part being blue opaque and the lower part being white opaque, filled with a white or pale yellow crystalline powder.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle