dexin 500mg tablet

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Cefalexin (500mg)

🏭 Dagon Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Aug 21, 2026

📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 21, 2026

What is dexin 500mg tablet used for?

Alexin 500mg Capsule (Cefalexin) is used to treat ANTI INFECTIVES. It contains Cefalexin (500mg), which Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

Generic Name: Cefalexin
Manufacturer: Dagon Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: B
Prescription Required: Yes

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💊 dexin 500mg tablet Uses & Benefits

Treatment of respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, bone infections, and otitis media caused by susceptible bacteria.

Off-label uses: Prophylaxis of recurrent urinary tract infections, Treatment of Lyme disease (early localized)

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Cefalexin
Brand Name	Alexin 500mg Capsule
Manufacturer	Dagon Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Packaging / Form	Varies by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic Class	ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class	Cephalosporins: 1st generation
Route of Administration	Oral
Storage	Store at room temperature (20-25°C) in a dry place, away from light and moisture.
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionWell absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract after oral administration.

DistributionDistributes widely into body tissues and fluids, including bone, bile, and pleural fluid.

Protein BindingApproximately 10-15% bound to plasma proteins.

MetabolismNot extensively metabolized; primarily excreted unchanged.

Half-Life0.5-1.2 hours in patients with normal renal function.

ExcretionExcreted primarily by the kidneys via glomerular filtration and tubular secretion.

BioavailabilityAbout 90% orally bioavailable.

Onset of ActionRapid; within 1 hour.

Peak Plasma Time1 hour after oral administration.

Duration of Action6-8 hours.

How It Works

Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs), leading to cell lysis and death.

Mechanism Steps

1Cefalexin binds to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) on the bacterial cell wall.

2Inhibition of transpeptidase enzymes prevents cross-linking of peptidoglycan chains.

3Autolytic enzymes are activated, leading to cell wall weakening and lysis.

💡 How to Take dexin 500mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

⚠️ Side Effects of dexin 500mg tablet

✅ Common Side Effects

Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Dyspepsia
Abdominal pain

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)
Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhea
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Toxic epidermal necrolysis

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Interstitial nephritis
Hepatitis
Cholestatic jaundice
Hemolytic anemia
Agranulocytosis

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

⚠️ Drug	Severity	Effect
Warfarin	Major	Increased bleeding risk
Methotrexate	Major	Increased methotrexate toxicity
Probenecid	Major	Decreased renal excretion of cefalexin, increased levels
Oral contraceptives	Moderate	Reduced contraceptive efficacy
Live typhoid vaccine	Moderate	Reduced vaccine effectiveness
BCG vaccine	Moderate	Reduced vaccine effectiveness
Cholera vaccine	Minor	Reduced vaccine effectiveness

🚨 Major Interactions

Warfarin
Methotrexate
Probenecid

⚡ Moderate Interactions

Oral contraceptives
Live typhoid vaccine
BCG vaccine

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

Cholera vaccine

🍽️ Food Interactions

Food may delay absorption but does not significantly reduce total absorption.

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

No known interaction; however, alcohol may reduce immune response to infection.

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

🚫 Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins or any component of the formulation.

📊 Monitoring Parameters

Renal function, signs of hypersensitivity, and bacterial susceptibility.

🤱 Lactation Safety

Excreted in breast milk in small amounts; generally considered compatible with breastfeeding.

💊 Overdose Management

Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, epigastric distress, and diarrhea. Treatment is supportive; hemodialysis may be effective.

⏰ Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as remembered. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose.

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 21, 2026

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⭐ User Reviews

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

Happy Patient Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.