Keflex 250mg Capsule 12's contains cephalexin 250mg, 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.

Keflex may be prescribed for selected respiratory, ear, throat, urinary tract, skin, and other bacterial infections when the causative bacteria are susceptible to cephalexin. 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 other susceptible bacterial infections
• Helps eliminate bacteria sensitive to cephalexin

Benefits

• Helps stop the growth of susceptible bacteria
• Provides systemic antibacterial treatment
• Effective against a range of susceptible bacterial infections
• Convenient capsule formulation
• Supports treatment of appropriate bacterial infections

Dosage

• Take Keflex 250mg Capsule exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• The dose and duration depend on the type and severity of infection, age, kidney function, and individual response.
• Cephalexin can generally be taken with or without food.
• Swallow the capsule whole with water.
• Take doses at evenly spaced intervals as directed.
• Complete the prescribed antibiotic course unless your doctor advises otherwise.
• Do not take extra doses or share the medicine with another person.
• If you miss a dose, take it when remembered unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Do not double the next dose.

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 you have previously had an allergy to cephalexin, other cephalosporins, or penicillin antibiotics.
• Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease or a history of severe gastrointestinal problems, particularly antibiotic-associated colitis.
• Tell your healthcare professional about all medicines, vitamins, and supplements you take.
• 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 medicine out of reach of children.

FAQs

Q1: What is Keflex 250mg Capsule used for?

Keflex 250mg contains cephalexin and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, including selected respiratory, ear, throat, urinary tract, and skin infections.

Q2: How does Keflex 250mg work?

Cephalexin interferes with bacterial cell-wall formation, preventing susceptible bacteria from growing and multiplying.

Q3: Can Keflex 250mg be taken with food?

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

Q4: Can Keflex 250mg treat a cold or flu?

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

Q5: Can Keflex 250mg 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.

Q6: Can people with penicillin allergy take Keflex?

Some people with penicillin allergy may still be able to take cephalexin, but anyone with a history of a serious allergic reaction should discuss their allergy with a doctor before using Keflex.