Sporidex Syrup is an antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections. It is effective against infections of the respiratory tract, ear, skin, bones, and urinary tract. It works by killing the bacteria responsible for the infection, helping to relieve symptoms and promote recovery.

Sporidex Syrup may be taken with or without food. Take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for. Make sure to complete the full course for maximum benefits. Stopping the treatment early can make the infection return.

Common side effects of Sporidex Syrup include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, dyspepsia, and abdominal pain. These are usually mild and resolve on their own. However, if they persist or worsen, let your doctor know. They may be able to help manage the side effects or prescribe you an alternate medicine.

Before starting Sporidex Syrup, let your doctor know if you have a history of allergic reactions to any antibiotics. Let your doctor also know if you have kidney or liver problems. Additionally, inform your doctor about any medicines you are taking, as they may affect or be affected by this medicine.

Uses of Sporidex Syrup

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Sporidex Syrup

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Sporidex Syrup 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 Sporidex Syrup

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 Sporidex

Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Indigestion
Abdominal pain

How to use Sporidex Syrup

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Sporidex Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Sporidex Syrup works

Sporidex Syrup works by stopping bacteria from building their protective cell walls. It binds to specific proteins in the bacteria, blocking the formation of peptidoglycan, a key component of the cell wall. Without this support, the bacterial wall becomes weak and breaks, leading to the death of the bacteria. This makes Sporidex Syrup effective in treating bacterial infections.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Sporidex Syrup. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Sporidex Syrup 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

Sporidex Syrup is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Sporidex Syrup alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CAUTION

Sporidex Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sporidex Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Sporidex Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Sporidex Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Sporidex Syrup?

If you miss a dose of Sporidex Syrup, 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Sporidex Syrup

₹65.3/Syrup

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₹49/syrup

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Alexin Syrup

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₹13.12/syrup

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Monacef Syrup

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₹106.25/syrup

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Cefter Syrup

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₹44.22/syrup

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Quick tips

Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor, even if you start feeling better.
Complete the full course to prevent the infection from returning.
Take it with or without food, but taking it with food may help prevent stomach upset.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of allergies, kidney problems, or other medical conditions.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Narrow-spectrum {First generation cephalosporins}

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

First-Generation Cephalosporins

Interaction with drugs

Taking Sporidex with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

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Zinc (Oral Route) Moderate

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Patient concerns

Skin rashes Observed after taking sporidex 250 mg tablets

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

Please consult skin specialist

Want to taka antibiotics 3more days. Sporidex Af 750mg 5days course already got over

Dr. Ankit Soni

Homeopathy

Please consult a doctor that is presently treating you Do not indulge into self drugging as this is dangerous

My child is of 5+ yrs age.After consultation with his Padeatric doctors he is using sphoridex 250mg tablets for 3 times a day.But taking it first time today for twice a day.he is having loose and vomiting twice.So,please let me know is it ok to continue for rest 4 days as his course suggested.He was suffering from oral scars and fever with 100 degree.but now no fever is there

Dr. Rahul Yadav

Paediatrics

Hello, sporidex is an antibiotic and usedb for treament of bacterial infection on examination. If the child is having vomits withbtab, you can give syp cephalexin in same doses orally. It is always better to complete full course of antibiotic treatment if started.Also consult with your pediatrician for othwr option if he feels appropriate.

Having urine infection since about a month. Took several antibiotics after consultation with doctor but they all show effect only for starting 2 days and then that antibiotic doesn't work. I have taken sporidex 500, zefu cv 500, norflox 400, levofloxin, cefodoxime (each taken for atleast 4-5 days). All work for starting two days then no effect and infection starts to increase. Urine culture report is attached. Kindly suggest medication since problem is increasing day by day.

Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal

Pathology

You should consult a urologist and get a few tests done since we need to know the cause of your recurrent urinary tract infections.

User feedback

Patients taking Sporidex Syrup

Once A Day

47%

Twice A Day

32%

Thrice A Day

18%

Four Times A *

*Four Times A Day

What are you using Sporidex Syrup for?

Bacterial inf*

71%

Others

29%

*Bacterial infections

FAQs

Is cephalexin safe?

Cephalexin is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Can the use of Sporidex Syrup cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Sporidex Syrup can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic that kills harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach and intestines and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, consult your doctor for guidance.

What if Sporidex Syrup does not work?

Talk to your doctor if Sporidex Syrup does not seem to work for you. Your doctor may increase the dose of Sporidex Syrup or switch you to an alternate option, which may work for you.

What if I don't get better after using Sporidex Syrup?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms get worse while using this medicine.

Can I stop taking Sporidex Syrup when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Sporidex Syrup and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

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