Keflex, which is available by prescription, is typically used to treat common bacterial infections. This eMedTV article also explains how the drug works, possible side effects, overdose symptoms, available strengths, and more.
Most side effects of Keflex, like confusion, headache, and nausea, are minor and easily treated by a doctor. This eMedTV page also discusses rare Keflex side effects, serious side effects (such as hives and wheezing), and what to do should they occur.
As this eMedTV resource explains, common uses for Keflex include the treatment of bacterial infections and prevention of heart valve infections. This article also covers off-label Keflex uses and uses in infants and children.
This eMedTV page discusses Keflex dosage guidelines, which for bacterial infections in adults, ranges from 250 mg to 1000 mg. Children are often limited to no more than 4000 mg a day. Factors that can affect the dosage prescribed are also listed.
Keflex can interact with drugs like metformin, probenecid, and amikacin. This eMedTV page explains the various effects that these and other drug interactions with Keflex can have and includes things your healthcare provider may do to prevent them.
This eMedTV page explains potentially negative interactions with Keflex, things to tell your doctor before taking the drug, potential side effects, and who should not take it. Pregnancy-related precautions and warnings with Keflex are also provided.
A doctor may prescribe Keflex to a pregnant woman if its benefits outweigh the possible risk to her fetus. This eMedTV examination of Keflex and pregnancy stresses the need to let your doctor know you are pregnant before you start taking the drug.
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