Ranceph 250 mg, 500 mg. CAPSULES
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 05 December 2022
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of infections caused by susceptible micro-organisms.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 250 mg every 6 hours; max 4 g daily. Elderly: same as adults, adjust for renal impairment.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety not established; contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation.
Key Drug Interactions
- Nephrotoxic agents
- Probenecid
- Oestrogen contraceptives
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to cefalexin
- Allergy to cephalosporins
- Pregnancy
- Lactation
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness
- Rash
Counselling Points
- Take with plenty of fluids
- Report any allergic reactions
- Avoid driving if dizzy
Serious warnings
- Risk of anaphylaxis
- Pseudomembranous colitis
- Monitor renal function
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