Cephalexin
Active pharmaceutical substance formulated in Jan Aushadhi generic products for Antibiotics & Anti-Infectives treatment.
🧴 Clinical Application
Disperse the tablet thoroughly in a small glass or teaspoon of water before drinking. Administer immediately. Can be taken with meals to minimize stomach upset.
⚠️ Side Effects
Common: Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, abdominal pain, and genital pruritus/candidiasis. Rare/Severe: Anaphylaxis, Clostridioides difficile colitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, and acute interstitial nephritis.
🛡️ Safety Warnings
Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to cephalexin or other cephalosporins. Caution in penicillin-allergic individuals due to cross-reactivity risk. May cause false-positive results in urine glucose tests using copper reduction (Benedict's solution).
Jan Aushadhi Products containing Cephalexin
Found 5 generic formulation(s) containing this active ingredient.
Cephalexin Tablets 125mg (Dispersible)
Cephalexin is a classic first-generation oral cephalosporin antibiotic. It exerts bactericidal action by inhibiting transpeptidase enzymes involved in the final stages of bacterial cell wall synthesis. Demonstrates strong in vitro activity against susceptible Staphylococcus aureus (methicillin-sensitive), Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, and Escherichia coli. Indicated for respiratory tract infections, otitis media, skin and soft tissue infections, and uncomplicated cystitis.
Cephalexin Capsules 250mg
Cephalexin is a classic first-generation oral cephalosporin antibiotic. It exerts bactericidal action by inhibiting transpeptidase enzymes involved in the final stages of bacterial cell wall synthesis. Demonstrates strong in vitro activity against susceptible Staphylococcus aureus (methicillin-sensitive), Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, and Escherichia coli. Indicated for respiratory tract infections, otitis media, skin and soft tissue infections, and uncomplicated cystitis.
Cephalexin Capsules 500mg
Cephalexin is a classic first-generation oral cephalosporin antibiotic. It exerts bactericidal action by inhibiting transpeptidase enzymes involved in the final stages of bacterial cell wall synthesis. Demonstrates strong in vitro activity against susceptible Staphylococcus aureus (methicillin-sensitive), Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, and Escherichia coli. Indicated for respiratory tract infections, otitis media, skin and soft tissue infections, and uncomplicated cystitis.
Cephalexin Dry Syrup 125mg per 5ml
Cephalexin is a classic first-generation oral cephalosporin antibiotic. It exerts bactericidal action by inhibiting transpeptidase enzymes involved in the final stages of bacterial cell wall synthesis. Demonstrates strong in vitro activity against susceptible Staphylococcus aureus (methicillin-sensitive), Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, and Escherichia coli. Indicated for respiratory tract infections, otitis media, skin and soft tissue infections, and uncomplicated cystitis.
Cephalexin Extended Release Tablets 750mg
Cephalexin is a classic first-generation oral cephalosporin antibiotic. It exerts bactericidal action by inhibiting transpeptidase enzymes involved in the final stages of bacterial cell wall synthesis. Demonstrates strong in vitro activity against susceptible Staphylococcus aureus (methicillin-sensitive), Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, and Escherichia coli. Indicated for respiratory tract infections, otitis media, skin and soft tissue infections, and uncomplicated cystitis.
Brand Equivalents & Price Comparison
Compare Jan Aushadhi generic prices against popular commercial brands for Cephalexin.
| Generic Formulation | Pack Size | Jan Aushadhi Price | Commercial Brand Equivalents | Avg. Commercial Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin Tablets 125mg (Dispersible) | 10's | ₹19.69 | CEPHADEX DT, SPORIDEX | ₹88.59 | 78% Save |
| Cephalexin Capsules 250mg | 10's | ₹30.94 | SPORIDEX, CEPHADEX, PHEXIN, CEFF | ₹109.90 | 72% Save |
| Cephalexin Capsules 500mg | 10's | ₹46.88 | CEPHADEX, SPORIDEX, PHEXIN, CEFF, CEPHY | ₹226.94 | 79% Save |
| Cephalexin Dry Syrup 125mg per 5ml | 30 ml | ₹17.81 | SPORIDEX | ₹57.82 | 69% Save |
| Cephalexin Extended Release Tablets 750mg | 10's | ₹107.81 | SPORIDEX, PHEXIN | ₹463.44 | 77% Save |
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