Antibiotics Keflex
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Keflex
Active Ingredients:
- Cephalexin
How does the medication work?
Cephalexin belongs to a group of antibacterial preparations called cephalosporins. Bactericidal effects of the medication is associated with inhibiting the production of peptidoglycan which is a structural element in the bacterial cell wall. This resulting in increased permeability of the cell wall causing lysis of the microorganisms. Cephalexin exerts its bactericidal effects against a wide variety of gram-positive and negative microorganisms.
Why is Keflex prescribed?
Keflex is indicated in the treatment of bacterial infections caused by susceptible to cephalexin microorganisms:
- Infectious and inflammatory diseases of the upper and lower respiratory tract infections
- Infections of the urogenital system
- Infections of the skin and soft tissue
- Otitis media
- Osteomyelitis
- Gonorrhea
- Endomethritis
When Keflex should not be taken?
The medication should not administered if any of these conditions apply to you:
- Hypersensitivity to any of the medication ingredients
- Known allergies to
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Upcoming any surgical interventions
- Severe mental health problems
- Severe liver or kidney diseases
During the treatment you may develop positive Cumbs' reaction or false positive urine reaction on glucose
What side effects are possible with the medicine ?
- CNS: hallucinations, headache, dizziness, drowsiness
- Digestive system: nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, decreased appetite, diarrhea, increased activity of liver transaminase, jaundice, hepatitis.
- Haemopoietic system: leukopenia, neutropenia, thrombocytopenia
- Allergic reactions: skin rash, itching, dermatitis, Quincke's edema
- Other: arthralgia, candidiasis
If any of these side effects occur during the treatment seek medical attention immediately.
This is not a full list of possible Keflex side effects. If you notice other adverse effects caused by the preparation inform your doctor or pharmacist.
What are possible drug to drug interactions associated with Keflex?
- Gout treatment (probenicid)
- Certain antibiotics (aminoglycosides)
- Diabetes drugs (metformin)
- Typhoid drugs
Let your doctor know if you are taking any of the above mentioned medicines or other preparations including herbals, vitamins and food supplements as they may change the effectiveness or increase the risk of Keflex side effects.
Additional drug information
The medicines should be kept out of reach and sight of children. You should take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Avoid off-label use of the medication. If you are unsure about anything related to Keflex contact your health care provider or pharmacist. You can also apply to our customer support service.
