cephalexin(Keflex, Daxbia)
First-generation cephalosporin (beta-lactam)
Pronunciation
/ˌsɛfəˈlɛksɪn/
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At a glance
- Generic name
- cephalexin
- Brand names
- Keflex, Daxbia
- Therapeutic class
- First-generation cephalosporin (beta-lactam)
- Mechanism (summary)
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Clinical pearls
- Take with or without food.
- Complete entire course.
- Shake suspension; refrigerate (stable typically 14 days).
- Report rash, swelling, difficulty breathing.
- Stay hydrated; report severe diarrhea (C. diff).
Sources
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