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    🦠 AntibioticsCapsule

    Keflex

    Cephalexin

    First-generation cephalosporin for skin and UTI infections.

    Form

    Capsule

    Uses

    4

    Side effects

    4

    Category

    Antibiotics

    01

    What is Keflex used for?

    • Skin infections
    • UTI
    • Bone infections
    • Respiratory infections
    02

    Cephalexin side effects

    Common side effects of Cephalexin include:

    Diarrhea
    Nausea
    Headache
    Rash
    CommonModerateLess common
    03

    Cephalexin warnings & precautions

    • Cross-reactivity with penicillin allergy (low risk)

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    04

    Frequently asked questions

    05

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    Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the FDA openFDA database and is provided for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or pharmacist before starting or changing medication.