It kills the bacteria by interrupting the bacterial cell wall (outer coating of bacteria) formation due to whichthe bacterial cell wall is weakened and ruptured, thereby killing the bacteria
Dosage
Adult-1 or 2 grams daily as a single dose or in two divided dose
Children-30 mgkgday as a single dose or two divided doses
Side Effects
Bone pain or stiffness
Nausea
Widespread skin eruptions or rash
Sore tongue, Abdominal pain, Itching of skin, Abnormal blood counts, Vomiting, Pale red, Diarrhea, Joint, Drug fever
Fungal infections of the vagina
Rapid swelling of the facial skin, Lips, And liver failure
Itchy skin rash
Warnings/Precautions
Alert your doctor if you have a history of allergic reactions (rash, breathlessness, swollen mouth or eyes) to similar antibiotics such as cefalexin, cefuroxime, cefixime, ceftibuten or any other cephalosporin antibiotics
Consult doctor if you are allergic to penicillin antibiotics, for example, amoxicillin, ampicillin and cloxacillin