Cephalexin is generally prescribed for bacterial infections for certain groups of people:
Uses
1.Bacterial infections
2. Skin
3. Respiratory
4. Ear
5. Urinary
6. Infections
7. Staphylococcus
8. Streptococcus
9. Cellulitis
10. Mastitis
Dosage
- Adults typically take 250 mg to 500 mg every 6 hours, or 500 mg to 1 gram every 12 hours.
- Dosage varies based on infection severity, age, and health.
- Take with or without food.
- Finish the full course prescribed.
- Consult a doctor before stopping.
Side effects
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Rash
- Yeast infection
- Fatigue
- Allergic reaction
Precautions
Don't use if you have
- Allergy
- Renal impairment
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Bleeding disorders
- Interaction
- Adults and Children
- Pregnant Women
- Breastfeeding Women
- Individuals with Infections
Who should not take Cephalexin
- Avoid if you have had allergic rection of antibiotics.
- Avoid if you have serve a kidney impairment
- Discuss with a healthcare provider before taking cephalexin during pregnancy or while breastfeeding
- If you have a history of GIT disease, particulate colitis.
- Consult a healthcare provider for personalized advice before taking any medication.