Keflex (Cephalexin)


Brand Name: Keflex

Generic Name: Cephalexin

Manufacturer/Agent: Eli Lilly & Co


Formulation: caps

Strength: 500mg

Pack size: 15

Trade Price: KES 575.00

Retail Price: @ KES 51.15


Class: Antibacterials: Cephalosporins (Anti-infectives)

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Molecular Formulae: C16H17N3O4S.H2O = 365.4

Precautions: Cephalosporin hypersensitivity.

Indications/Uses: Respiratory tract infections, otitis media, skin and soft tissue infections, genitourinary infections, dental infection. 1-4gms in divided doses, with or without food.

Interactions: Probenecid may reduce clearance

Side Effects: Nausea. vomiting. diarrhoea. allergic reactions.