Mepycep 500mg Capsule
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Mepycep 500mg Capsule belongs to the group of antibiotics called cephalosporin used to treat various bacterial infections of the nose, lungs, ear, bones, joints, skin, urinary tract, prostate gland, and reproductive system. Besides this Mepycep 500mg Capsule is also used to treat dental infections. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Mepycep 500mg Capsule does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.
Mepycep 500mg Capsule is bactericidal in nature. Mepycep 500mg Capsule works by blocking the activity of enzymes which are responsible for making peptidoglycan, an important component of the bacterial cell wall. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.
The dose and duration of Mepycep 500mg Capsule can vary depending upon your condition and the severity of the infection. Also, it is recommended to complete the course of medicine even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance). In some cases, Mepycep 500mg Capsule may cause common side-effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, stomach pain, and skin rashes. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
Before starting Mepycep 500mg Capsule, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Mepycep 500mg Capsule on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Mepycep 500mg Capsule should not be given to children below 5 years. Mepycep 500mg Capsule may affect certain laboratory test results such as blood tests for liver function, glucose test, and coombs test. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Mepycep 500mg Capsule.
Mepycep 500mg Capsule belongs to the group of antibiotics called cephalosporin used to treat various bacterial infections of the nose, lungs, ear, bones, joints, skin, urinary tract, prostate gland, and reproductive system. Mepycep 500mg Capsule is bactericidal in nature. Mepycep 500mg Capsule works by blocking the activity of enzymes which are responsible for making peptidoglycan, an important component of the bacterial cell wall. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections. Mepycep 500mg Capsule is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is effective against a wide range of bacteria such as gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci bacteria, including susceptible isolates of Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, S. pyrogens, Haemophilus influenzae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Moraxella catarrhalis, and Proteus mirabilis.
Do not take Mepycep 500mg Capsule if you have polyphria (hereditary metabolic disorder). Before starting Mepycep 500mg Capsule, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you experience skin rash or prolonged, significant diarrhoea with abdominal pains. Talk to your doctor before taking Mepycep 500mg Capsule if you have/had inflammation of the intestine. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Mepycep 500mg Capsule should not be given to children below 5 years.
Drug-Drug Interactions: Mepycep 500mg Capsule may have interaction with antibiotics (capreomycin, vancomycin, gentamicin, neomycin, tobramycin, cefuroxime), anti-fungal (amphotericin), anti-gout (probenecid), antidiabetic (metformin), and diuretics (furosemide, bumetanide).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have colitis (inflammation in the lining of the colon), seizure disorders, dialysis, kidney and liver dysfunction.
Mepycep 500mg Capsule may affect certain laboratory test results such as blood tests for liver function, glucose test, and coombs test. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Mepycep 500mg Capsule.
Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms, like fevers, chills, and fatigue. Bacteria are of various forms comprising commonly of spherical, rod, and spiral-shaped. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.
Alcohol
Caution
Avoid or limit alcohol consumption while taking Mepycep 500mg Capsule.
Pregnancy
Caution
Mepycep 500mg Capsule belongs to pregnancy category B. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, your doctor will prescribe Mepycep 500mg Capsule only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Mepycep 500mg Capsule passes into breast milk. Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding, your doctor will prescribe Mepycep 500mg Capsule only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Mepycep 500mg Capsule does not affect your ability to drive or handle machinery.
Liver
Caution
Please consult your doctor before taking Mepycep 500mg Capsule if you have liver impairment/liver disease.
Kidney
Caution
Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease before taking Mepycep 500mg Capsule.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Mepycep 500mg Capsule is safe for children above 5years if prescribed by a doctor. The dose and duration may vary depending upon the child’s weight and severity of the infection.
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