Allcefa Capsule (Cephalexin Hydrate)

Adult dose

For cephalexin hydrate, administer 250 mg (potency) orally every 8 hours. In cases of severe infections (such as pneumonia) and infections with low susceptibility, the dose can be doubled. For acute gonococcal urethritis, administer 3 g of this medication combined with 1 g of probenecid as a single dose.

Child dose

Administer 20 mg (potency) per kg of body weight divided every 8 hours. In cases of severe infections, otitis media, and infections with low susceptibility, 40 mg (potency) per kg of body weight may be administered, and the maximum dosage is

This medication works by binding to specific proteins in the bacterial cell wall and disrupting bacterial cell wall synthesis, thereby killing the bacteria. Before using this medication, it should not be administered to patients who have had severe allergic reactions or shock to this medication or similar drugs in the past. Patients with allergies to penicillin antibiotics or who have an allergic constitution, patients with severe renal impairment, elderly patients, patients receiving parenteral nutrition, or those in poor general health should be administered with caution. Patients with a history of gastrointestinal diseases, especially colitis, should also be cautious. This medication can rarely cause various side effects, including shock or severe allergic reactions, skin rashes, blood disorders, liver or kidney dysfunction, gastrointestinal issues, respiratory problems, central nervous system symptoms, etc., so if any unusual symptoms occur during administration, immediate consultation with healthcare professionals is necessary. Prolonged use of this medication can lead to resistance, so it should be used only for the necessary duration, and prior to administration, it's important to check for allergy history and the use of other medications. There may be interactions with other drugs, especially those affecting the kidneys such as anticoagulants, oral contraceptives, and certain antibiotics, so caution is needed when taken together. Pregnant or nursing women should use this medication cautiously after consulting a physician, as its safety has not been fully established. It is advised not to use this medication in newborns under one month of age, as its safety and efficacy have not been confirmed. Elderly patients are at higher risk of side effects due to decreased body function, so dosage and administration intervals should be adjusted and closely monitored.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• severe swelling (edema)
• dyspnea
• shock
• anaphylactic symptoms
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome
• toxic epidermal necrolysis
• jaundice
• acute renal failure
• severe renal impairment

Mild side effects

• Generalized flushing
• hypertension
• vasodilation
• rash
• itching
• fever
• lymphadenopathy
• arthralgia
• serum sickness-like reactions
• agranulocytosis

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a special container that does not allow light in. Additionally, to maintain the effectiveness of the medication, it is important to store it at a temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Capsule with purple upper part and white lower part containing light yellow powder.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle