Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT

Written By Dr. Love Sharma, PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA

Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:00 AM (IST)

Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic medicine that is given to children for the treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections associated with the ear, nose, throat, tonsils, lungs, and skin. It may also be prescribed as a second line of treatment for urinary tract infections.

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General Information

Contains

Cefalexin (125mg)

Marketer

Pharmafabrikon

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Product introduction

Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT may be given with or without food. However, if your child develops a stomach upset, prefer giving it with food. It is usually given three times a day but this may vary depending on the type and severity of the infection. Stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, give the same dose again. Avoid giving a double dose if it is almost time for the next dose.

Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT may cause some minor and temporary side effects such as vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, and mild skin rash. These side effects usually go away once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, if they persist or become bothersome for your child, report to the doctor immediately.

Inform the doctor about your child’s complete medical history, including any previous episode of allergy, heart problems, blood disorders, birth defects, lung anomaly, gastrointestinal problems, skin disorders, and liver or kidney malfunction. This information will help the doctor suggest the correct dose and its related schedule for planning your child’s overall treatment.

Uses of Lexkid Tablet DT

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Lexkid Tablet DT

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Side effects of Lexkid Tablet DT

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Lexkid

Abdominal pain
Rash
Stomach pain
Nausea
Indigestion
Diarrhea
Vomiting

How to use Lexkid Tablet DT

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Lexkid Tablet DT works

Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. This activity stops the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading without making them resistant to further treatment.

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Quick tips

Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply, become resistant, or cause another infection.
Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
Contact your doctor if your child has diarrhea that goes on for more than 4 days or if it is severe and watery, or contains blood.
Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. This medicine is not to be taken in such cases.
Only give Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.
Stop this medicine and immediately report to your child’s doctor in case your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.
You may see white patches inside your child’s mouth and throat after a prolonged intake of Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT. This could be due to a fungal infection. So, if your child develops any such effect, contact your doctor right away.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT 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.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT 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.
Avoid prolonged use of Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving

SAFE

Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT is recommended.
However, consult with your child’s doctor before giving Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.

Frequently asked questions

What if I overdose my child by mistake?

A single extra dose of Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT is unlikely to do any harm. However, if you think you have given too much of Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT to your child, immediately speak to a doctor. Overdose may cause unwanted side effects and may even worsen your child’s condition.

Can Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT cause any serious side effects?

Yes, Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT may rarely cause some serious side effects. These may include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, severe diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. If your child develops any such unwanted effects, consult your child’s doctor.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT?

Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT?

Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.

Can Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT impact my child’s digestion?

Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic and its use may affect or compromise the good bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract, thereby increasing the risk of developing other infections. In case your child experiences diarrhea while being on treatment with Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT, do not abruptly stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask about the next steps.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Narrow-spectrum {First generation cephalosporins}

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cephalosporins: 1st generation

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Patient concerns

My kid having fever and cold consulted a doctor - suggested the medicine ESBRON LS drops,CORIMINIC drops,LEXKID , last two days the medicine been using but no improvment.

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

Monitor temperature of Patient. If Patient has fever place a cool, damp washcloth on your child's forehead. Give your Patient a lukewarm tub bath or a sponge bath. Give a sponge bath as follows: - ? Use lukewarm water [90?F (32.2?C) to 95?F (35?C)]. Do not use cold water, ice, or rubbing alcohol, which will lower the child's body temperature too quickly. ? Sponge for 20 to 30 minutes. ? Stop if the child starts to shiver. If your child doesn't like the sponge bath or doesn't feel better after the bath, there is no need to give another one. You can use Paracetamol also along with above measures to control fever till you consult Dr. will determine underlying disorders by clinical examination which range from mild conditions to the most serious of bacterial and viral illnesses and will prescribe medicines accordingly.

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

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Name: Pharmafabrikon
Address: 1/332, Othappati, Karuppayurani, Post, Madurai, Tamil Nadu 625020

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Country of origin: India
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Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Lexkid Tablet DT

Benefits of Lexkid Tablet DT

Side effects of Lexkid Tablet DT

How to use Lexkid Tablet DT

How Lexkid Tablet DT works

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

What if I overdose my child by mistake?

Can Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT cause any serious side effects?

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT?

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT?

Can Lexkid 125mg Tablet DT impact my child’s digestion?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

Patient concerns

My kid having fever and cold consulted a doctor - suggested the medicine ESBRON LS drops,CORIMINIC drops,LEXKID , last two days the medicine been using but no improvment.

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

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