Keflex (cephalexin) drug information: uses, side effects, drug
Keflex. Ended dosage ADULTS Throat, Skin, and Urinary Tract Infections The usual adult dosage is 500 milligrams taken every 12 hours. Cystitis (bladder infection) therapy should be continued for 7 to 14 days. Other Infections The usual recommended dosage is 250 milligrams taken every 6 hours. For more severe infections, larger doses may be needed, as determined by your doctor. CHILDREN UNDER 15 YEARS OLD Keflex The usual dose is 25 to 50 milligrams for each 2.2 pounds of body weight per day, divided into smaller doses. For strep throat in children over 1 year of age and for skin infections, the dose may be divided into 2 doses taken every 12 hours. For strep infections, the medication should be taken for at least 10 days. Your doctor may double the dose if your child has a severe infection. For middle ear infection, the dose is 75 to 100 milligrams per 2.2 pounds per day, divided into 4 doses. Keftab Safety and effectiveness have not been established in children. Overdosage Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect an overdose, seek emergency medical treatment immediately. Symptoms of Keflex overdose may include: Blood in the urine, diarrhea, nausea, upper abdominal pain, vomiting Link to Page Print Page Email Page Add to List More Keflex resources: Keflex Keflex Cephalexin Keflex - Includes detailed dosage instructions. Panixine Keflex Cephalexin Cephalexin Keflex ImagesKeflex Drug InteractionsCompare Keflex with other medications for the treatment of: Bladder Infection, Bacterial Infection, Skin Infection, Bacterial Endocarditis Prevention, Comm
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Cephalexin - oral (keflex, keftab) side effects, medical uses, and
Map Terms of Use & Privacy Policy MiddleBrook Career Opportunities Prescribing Information Request Free Samples of Keflex 750 mg Today! Keflex Convenience Compliance Confidence FAQ Contact Us Keflex® 750 MG STRENGTH CAPSULES& 8212;CONVENIENCE, COMPLIANCE, AND CONFIDENCE Convenience Effective cephalexin therapy with a reduced capsule burden available in 750 mg strength2 Learn More Compliance Reduced daily dosing frequency makes dosing easier and can help improve patient compliance3-6 Learn More Confidence Keflex is effective antibiotic therapy for skin and skin structure infections—the 1 prescribed choice of healthcare professionals1 Learn More Contact Us Site Map Terms of Use & Privacy Policy MiddleBrook Career Opportunities Prescribing Information KEFLEX is indicated for the treatment of respiratory tract infections, otitis media, skin and skin structure infections, bone infections, and genitourinary tract infections in adults and children six months and older. Important Safety Information KEFLEX is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to the cephalosporin group of antibiotics. Before therapy with cephalexin is instituted, careful inquiry should be made to determine whether the patient has had previous hypersensitivity reactions to cephalexin, cephalosporins, penicillins, or other drugs. KEFLEX should be administered with caution in the presence of markedly impaired renal function or a history of gastrointestinal disease, particularly Clostridium difficile associated diarrhea (CDAD). KEFLEX is a registered trademark of MiddleBrook Pharmaceutica
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