Keflex

Other names used:

• Cefalexin®

Active Ingredients:

• Cephalexin

How does Keflex work and what pharmaceutical group does it belong to?

Keflex belongs to the group of drugs called antibiotics. The preparation exerts bactericidal effect, disturbs cell wall synthesis of microorganisms. Cefalexin is resistant to penicillinase gram positive microorganisms and is breaking by beta-lactamase gram-negative microorganisms.

Which conditions are treated with Keflex?

Keflex treats infections of the following systems:

• Upper and lower respiratory tract
• Urinary system
• ENT organs

What should a patient know before using Keflex?

The Keflex should not be used in cases of:

• Hypersensitivity to any components of the drug or to other cephalosporines

Cefalexin should be used with caution in:

• Renal insufficiency
• Pseudomembranous colitis
• Pregnancy
• Breastfeeding
• Infancy

Which adverse effects may manifest when using the medication?

The side effects of Keflex include:

• Allergic reactions: urticaria, angioedema, Stevens Johnson's syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, anaphylaxis, arthralgia, arthritis, eosinophilia, genital and perianal itch.
• In nervous system: dizziness, weakness, excitement, hallucinations, convulsions.
• In urogenital system: vaginitis, vaginal discharge, genital candidosis, interstitial nephritis.
• In digestive system: stomach pain, xerostomia, decrease of appetite, nausea, vomit, dyspepsia, diarrhea, toxic hepatitis, cholestatic jaundice, bowel candidosis.
• In blood-forming organ: neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia.

It is not necessary that the side effects will manifest in an individual but the possibility still exist. For more information please consult your health care provider.

Which groups of drugs or specific preparations may interact with Keflex?

The drug is affected by the following:

• Indirect Anticoagulants
• Aminoglycosides
• Polymyxin
• NSAID's
• Diuretics
• Antibiotics

Tell your doctor about all the herbal preparations as well as prescription drugs that you are currently taking even if they are not on the list.

Important information for the patient:

Keflex is supplied for individual use. Do not use it to treat other conditions not listed in the leaflet. Keep the product out of children reach. Do not reuse any disposable materials if supplied with the preparation.