Cefalexin
General English name: Cefalexin
Brand: Ceporex, Keflex
Application: Treatment (and sometimes prevention) of infection
Cephalexin Drug Information
Contraindications Cephalexin
Cephalexin drug interaction
Tips to follow before taking cephalexin
Possible side effects of cephalexin
How to store cephalexin
Cephalexin Drug Information
Medication Information: Cephalexin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic. This means that it can kill different types of bacteria. Cephalexin treats infections by killing bacteria.
Contraindications Cephalexin
• Pay attention to the expiration date of cephalexin and do not take it if your medicine has expired.
Never give cephalexin to anyone else, even if you have the same symptoms.
• Do not take more cephalexin than the dose prescribed by your doctor.
• Check for drug interactions with cephalexin and be sure to tell your doctor what other medication you are taking.
Cephalexin drug interaction
Drug interactions may alter drug performance and increase the risk of serious side effects. Make a list of all the medicines (including prescription / over-the-counter medicines and herbal products) you use and share them with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not change the dose of your medicine without consulting your doctor or stop taking the medicine.
Tips to follow before taking cephalexin
If you are pregnant if you are breast-feeding. Cephalexin has not been a threat to the fetus. But during pregnancy, taking any medication should be under the supervision of a doctor.
• If you have kidney disease.
• If you have ever been allergic to any medication.
• If you are currently taking certain medications. These include all available medicines, whether prescribed or used by your doctor, such as herbal medicines and supplements.
• If you have porphyria.
Possible side effects of cephalexin
All medications, along with their positive effects, can cause unwanted side effects in the body. However, these complications do not occur in all people. Over time, your body will adjust to the new medication and these symptoms will go away, but if the following symptoms persist or become painful, consult your doctor.
Diarrhea: Drink plenty of water to replenish lost water. Consult your doctor if the diarrhea persists and lasts for more than 24 hours.
Indigestion, stomach pain, nausea: Eat simple foods and avoid high-fat and spicy foods.
Snow infections: Talk to your doctor about this.
Important Note: Tell your doctor if you experience any of the following:
Severe skin urticaria
Jaundice, fever, joint pain
Swelling of the tongue, mouth and face
Severe diarrhea
Talk to your doctor if you have any other symptoms that you feel may be caused by cephalexin.
How to store cephalexin
• Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.
• Keep the medicine in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.