All About Keflex

By Cephalexin | Sep 4, 2010

This post will discuss about Keflex.

What is Keflex?

Keflex generic name is cephalexin. It is use to eliminates bacteria in the body and treat minor infections. Keflex treats mild infections such as respiratory infection, urinary infections and skin problems like acne.

A person should not take Keflex if he is allergic to some antibiotics like Ceclor, Cefzil, Spectracef, Suprax and Duricef. It is wise to consider your allergic reactions to these medicines. If you have penicillin hypersensitivity, Keflex may harm you. Please consult your doctor for assitance. Some diseases like kidney infection, stomach disorders and diabete should not be neglected.

When takeing this medicine, follow your doctor’s prescription. You may feel comfort and instant relief after takeing Keflex. However, you should not stop takeing it until the specified period.

Keflex Chemistry

Keflex is compose of both chemically identified and complex natural ingredient cephalosporin antibiotic.

Chemical Formula: 7-(D-a-Amino-a-phenylacetamido)-3-methyl-3-cephem-4-carboxylic acid monohydrate

When Should I Not Use Keflex?

Avoid using Keflex if you have allergic reactions to cephalexin. Other cephalosporin antibiotics may harm you too. Take note of the following cephalosporin group;

  • ceftazidime (Fortaz)
  • cefdinir (Omnicef)
  • cefditoren (Spectracef)
  • cefaclor (Ceclor)
  • cefixime (Suprax)
  • cefuroxime (Ceftin)

Some of the other medicines are not included here. Inform your doctor of all the drugs you are taking at the moment you decide to take Keflex.

Do You Have The Following Diseases?

If you have the following complications, discuss it to your physician to avoid further damage;

  • diabetes
  • malnutrition
  • stomach disorder or colon disease
  • kidney disease
  • liver disease

Serious Side Effects of Keflex

You might be interested to hear patient’s review about Keflex;

  1. It may cause severe yeast infection
  2. A patient complain about develpment of cellulitis
  3. Severe vomiting
  4. Sudden mood swings
  5. Severe appetite loss
  6. Skin disorder/Steven Johnson disorder
  7. Genital organ infection
  8. Urinary Tract Infection
  9. Changes in body temperature

These are the side effects of Keflex to some patients. You must remember that each health problem has its onw unique aspect. Never compare your condition to other patient. On most cases, Keflex is proven effective. Always report to your doctor for any abnormal changes in your body.

It is important to take this medicine properly. Take it according to your doctor’s instructions. Take Keflex with a glass of water. Its advisable to patient to comsume lots of liquid. If you are dissolving Keflex to water, ask your doctor on the proper preparation. Never guess or base your decision to your personal opinion.

Keep your medicine in proper storage area where room temperature is at right level. Avoid formation of moisture. Ask your doctor how long you can keep Keflex to your storage. Never take expired medicine.

What To Do When You Missed Your Capsule?

Take the missed capsule as soon as you remember it. Never double your dosage at a certain period of time. If confused, ask your doctor on how to resume your takeing schedule.

In cases of overdose, ask for immediate medical assistance. Signs of overdose include stomach pain, abnormal changes in your body, blood in your urine, and vomiting.

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