Cephalexin

Drug name: Cephalexin

Other names used:

• Apo-Cephalex®
• Biocef®
• Cefanox®
• Ceporex®
• Cilex®
• Ibilex®
• Keflet®
• Keflex®
• Keforal®
• Keftab®
• Keftal®
• Lopilexin®
• Novo-Lexin®
• Ospexin®
• Panixine Disperdose®
• Sporidex®
• Zephalexin®

Active Ingredients:

• Cephalexin

Therapeutic actions: Cephalexin is an antibiotic which belongs to the Cephalosporin group. The drug works by interfering with the bacterial cells ability to form cell walls thus allowing lysis to take place. The effects of cephalexin can be observed on many strains of gram-positive and negative bacteria.

Indications: This antibiotic is used in treatment of such conditions as:

• Pyelonephritis (kidney infections)
• Ear, nose, throat infections
• Nose, windpipe and lung infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Skin or wound infections

Contraindications and cautions: The drug should not be used in the following conditions:

• Allergy or hypersensitivity to any components of the preparation
• Porphyriasis (inherited blood disease)
• Mental health problems (consult your doctor)
• Breastfeeding

The drug is in FDA pregnancy category B meaning that it may be used during pregnancy after a consultation with a doctor.

Adverse effects: There are possible side-effects associated with this medicine that can affect individuals in different ways. If a side effect is stated here, that does not necessarily mean the fact that all people using Cephalexin will experience it or any other. The side-effects include:

• Headache
• Rash
• Pruritus
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhea
• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Allergic reaction to active ingredient;
• Pyrexia
• Dizziness
• Colitis

The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with Cephalexin, please read the information provided with Cephalexin or consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Interactions: It is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist what medicines you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines, before you start treatment with Cephalexin. Similarly, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medication while taking this one, to ensure that the combination is safe. Especially mention the following:

• Blood thinners
• Diabetes treatment
• Urcosuric drugs
• Other antibiotics

Additional Information: DO NOT SHARE Cephalexin with others. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS PRODUCT, as well as syringes and needles, if needed during treatment, out of the reach of children. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials.