Uses of Cefexta

Bacterial infections

Side effects of Cefexta

Rash
Allergic reaction
Nausea
Diarrhea

How to use Cefexta

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cefexta may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Cefexta works

Cefexta is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

What if you forget to take Cefexta?

If you miss a dose of Cefexta, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

Your doctor has prescribed Cefexta to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
Discontinue Cefexta and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Cefexta as it may cause increased side effects.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: Cefexta may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Cefexta is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Cefexta is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.\nAvoid prolonged use of Cefexta, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
UNSAFE – Driving: Cefexta may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION – Kidney: Cefexta should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cefexta may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Liver: Cefexta is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cefexta may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.