Kaypen 250mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

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Kaypen 250 MG Description

Kaypen Tablet is an antibiotic medication. It is used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the upper respiratory tract, soft tissue, skin and scarlet fever. Kaypen Tablet contains penicillin V

as the active substance. It works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Take Kaypen Tablet in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own. Always complete the entire course of antibiotics, even if you feel better, to prevent treatment failure. Before starting Kaypen Tablet, inform your doctor if you are pregnant/breastfeeding and about your complete medical history.

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Contains	Penicillin V(250.0 Mg)
Uses	Bacterial infections
Side effects	Diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain
Therapy	ANTIBIOTIC

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Kaypen 250 MG

Kaypen Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections of the upper respiratory tract, soft tissue, skin and scarlet fever

Contraindications of Kaypen 250 MG

If you are allergic to penicillin or any other ingredient of Kaypen Tablet.
If you are allergic to other beta-lactam antibiotics like cephalosporins. If you are not sure what these medicines are, please confirm with your doctor.
If you have a severe acute infection.

Side effects of Kaypen 250 MG

Diarrhoea
Nausea
Vomiting
Abdominal pain

Precautions and Warnings of Kaypen 250 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Kaypen 250mg Strip Of 10 Tablets during pregnancy?

Kaypen Tablet should only be used during pregnancy if recommended by the doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Kaypen 250mg Strip Of 10 Tablets while breastfeeding?

Kaypen Tablet may pass into human breast milk. This medicine should only be used during breastfeeding if recommended by the doctor.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Kaypen 250mg Strip Of 10 Tablets?

Kaypen Tablet has negligible effects on driving ability. However, if you experience any effects after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Kaypen 250mg Strip Of 10 Tablets?

Limited information is available on the interaction of Kaypen Tablet with alcohol. Ask your doctor for advice on the use of alcohol with this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have a history of allergies to other medicines like cephalosporins.
You have asthma or are likely to develop hay fever, rhinitis or asthma.
You have any illness or stomach/intestinal disorder that causes frequent nausea, vomiting or diarrhoea.
You have a history of antibiotic-associated inflammation of the colon.
You are taking potassium-containing medicines or potassium-sparing diuretics.

Mode of Action of Kaypen 250 MG

How Does It Work?

Kaypen Tablet binds to certain proteins in the bacteria called penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs). This prevents the formation of the bacterial cell wall and causes the death of infection-causing bact...
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Directions for Use of Kaypen 250 MG

Take Kaypen Tablet as a whole with sufficient water.
Always take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
Do not consume more than the prescribed dose.
Do not discontinue the medicine on your own without consulting your doctor.

Interactions of Kaypen 250 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Kaypen Tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Inform your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
Kaypen Tablet should not be used together with antibiotics that only prevent the further growth of bacteria like tetracyclines, erythromycin, chloramphenicol and sulphonamides.
Medicines used for treating gout (probenecid, sulfinpyrazone) may increase the action of this medicine.
There may be an increased risk of toxicity when Kaypen Tablet is used with anti-cancer medicine methotrexate.
Particular care should be taken if you are using other antibiotics (neomycin) and oral anticoagulants (warfarin, coumarin, phenindione).
Kaypen Tablet inactivates oral typhoid vaccine and should not be used together.

Storage and disposal of Kaypen 250 MG

Store Kaypen Tablet in a cool and dry place below 25°C.
Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Dosage of Kaypen 250 MG

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose of Kaypen Tablet include nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

You should never miss your dose of antibiotics as it may increase your risk of re-infection. However, if you missed any dose of Kaypen Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your ne...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is Kaypen Tablet used for?

A: Kaypen Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the upper respiratory tract, soft tissue, skin and scarlet fever.

Q: When to take Kaypen Tablet?

A: Kaypen Tablet should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. However, it should preferably be taken at least 30 minutes before food.

Q: Can Kaypen Tablet be used in children?

A: Kaypen Tablet can be used in children only if recommended by the doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of this medicine for your child. Do not give this medicine to your child on your own.

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