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Generic Name : CEPHALEXIN

ABSTRACT –

Cephalexin is an antibiotic drug that is used to treat bacterial infections such as ear infections, skin infections, urinary tract infections and certain respiratory infections. This drug is classified as a ‘First generation’ cephalosporin.

DOSAGE –

• Cephalexin is to be taken as directed by the doctors.
• This drug is available in the form of oral tablets as well as liquid solutions.
• General Adult Dosage available:
Oral tablet – 250mg, 500mg
Liquid solution – 125mg/5mL, 250mg/5mL

SIDE EFFECTS –

• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Joint pains
• Vaginal itching

• Severe diarrhea
• Severe abdominal pains
• Jaundice
• Lack of urination
• Hallucination
• Agitations
• Fever
• Sore throat
• Rashes
• Unusual bleeding
• Loosening of skin

DRUG INTERACTIONS –

• BCG
• Cholera vaccine
• Typhoid vaccine
Acyclovir has major interactions with at least 39 different drugs.


MODERATE DRUG INTERACTIONS –

• Anisindione
• Balsalazide
• Bumetanide
• Chloramphenicol
• Dicumarol
• Entecavir
• Estradiol
• Furosemide
• Metformin
• Probenecid
• Torsemide
• Warfarin
Cephalexin has moderate interactions with 55 different drugs.

PRECAUTIONS –

• Provide your doctor with a detailed and accurate medical history. Notify especially in case of an allergy to the drug, kidney diseases, colitis or a medical condition that requires the patient to use blood thinners.
• Do not use Cephalexin in case of allergies to any cephalosporin antibiotic.
• This drug can transfer through breast milk. Consult a doctor regarding nursing while on drug course.
• Do not share Cephalexin with another patient who displays the same symptoms.

WARNINGS –

• This drug cannot be used to treat viral infections.
• This drug contains an amount of sugar that may be harmful to diabetics. Consult a doctor regarding strength of dosage, in such cases.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pains or bloody urine.