Cefalexin Suspension 125 Mg/5 Ml & 250 Mg/5Ml Auro 125 mg, 250 mg Powder for Oral Suspension
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 06 October 2020
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of infections caused by susceptible micro-organisms.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 250 mg every 6 hours or 500 mg every 12 hours; max 4 g daily.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation.
Key Drug Interactions
- Nephrotoxic agents
- Probenecid
- Metformin
- Oestrogen contraceptives
Contraindications
- Allergy to cephalosporins
- Hypersensitivity to cephalexin
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Headache
Counselling Points
- Take with or without food
- Monitor for allergic reactions
- Report severe diarrhoea
Serious warnings
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Pseudomembranous colitis
- Seizure potential
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