Keflex 125mg/5ml Suspension 60ml contains cephalexin, a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat certain bacterial infections. It works by interfering with bacterial cell-wall formation, helping stop susceptible bacteria from growing and multiplying.

The oral suspension provides a convenient liquid formulation and may be prescribed for children or adults who have difficulty swallowing capsules or tablets. The appropriate dose depends on the patient's age, body weight, kidney function, and type and severity of infection.

Keflex should only be used for bacterial infections for which an antibiotic is appropriate. It does not treat viral infections such as the common cold or influenza.

Uses

• Used to treat certain respiratory tract infections
• May be prescribed for ear and throat infections
• Used for certain urinary tract infections
• May treat selected skin and soft-tissue infections
• May be prescribed for certain bone infections
• Helps treat infections caused by susceptible bacteria

Benefits

• Helps stop the growth of susceptible bacteria
• Provides systemic antibacterial treatment
• Convenient oral suspension formulation
• May be easier to administer to children who cannot swallow solid medicines
• Effective for selected bacterial infections when cephalexin is appropriate

Dosage

• Take Keflex 125mg/5ml Suspension exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• The dose depends on the patient's age, body weight, kidney function, and type and severity of infection.
• Shake the bottle well before each dose.
• Measure each dose using an oral syringe or suitable measuring device rather than a household spoon.
• Cephalexin can generally be taken with or without food. Taking it with food may help reduce stomach discomfort.
• Give doses at evenly spaced intervals as directed.
• Complete the prescribed antibiotic course unless your doctor advises otherwise.
• Do not give more than the prescribed dose or share the medicine with another person.
• Follow the product packaging for storage instructions after reconstitution.

Possible Side Effects

Some people may experience:

• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Abdominal discomfort
• Headache
• Mild skin rash

Rare but serious reactions may include severe allergic reactions and antibiotic-associated colitis. Seek urgent medical attention for difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or throat, severe skin reactions, or severe or bloody diarrhea.

Precautions

• Tell your doctor if the patient has had an allergy to cephalexin, other cephalosporins, or penicillin antibiotics.
• Inform your doctor if the patient has kidney disease or a history of severe gastrointestinal problems, particularly antibiotic-associated colitis.
• Tell your healthcare professional about all medicines, vitamins, and supplements being taken.
• Report severe or persistent diarrhea during or after treatment.
• Use antibiotics only for bacterial infections for which they are prescribed.
• Do not stop treatment early unless your doctor advises you to do so.
• Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding only after consultation with a healthcare professional.
• Keep the suspension out of reach of children.

FAQs

Q1: What is Keflex 125mg/5ml Suspension used for?

Keflex suspension contains cephalexin and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, including selected respiratory, ear, throat, urinary tract, skin, and other infections.

Q2: Can Keflex Suspension be given to children?

Yes. Cephalexin suspension may be prescribed for children when appropriate. The dose is determined according to the child's age, weight, kidney function, and type of infection.

Q3: How should Keflex Suspension be measured?

Shake the bottle well before each dose and measure the prescribed amount using an oral syringe or suitable measuring device. Avoid using a household spoon for accurate dosing.

Q4: Can Keflex Suspension be taken with food?

Yes. Cephalexin can generally be taken with or without food. Taking it with food may help reduce stomach discomfort.

Q5: Can Keflex treat a cold or flu?

No. Keflex is an antibiotic and does not treat viral infections such as the common cold or influenza.

Q6: Can Keflex Suspension cause diarrhea?

Yes. Diarrhea is a possible side effect of cephalexin. Severe, persistent, or bloody diarrhea during or after treatment should be evaluated promptly by a healthcare professional.