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Keflex

Composition for Keflex Products

Keflex Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infections, Urinary tract infections (UTIs), Pyoderma

Products for Keflex

Keflex 500mg Capsule
strip of 10 capsules
MRP₹135
Not Available
Keflex 250mg Capsule
strip of 10 capsules
MRP₹55.25
Not Available

About Keflex Products

uses

Uses of Keflex Products

Cefalexin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections, urinary tract infections (UTIs) and Pyoderma. It is used to treat common mild to moderate bacterial infection.
side effects

Keflex Products side effects

Common
Side Effects of Keflex are Diarrhea, Decreased appetite, Lethargy.

How Keflex Products work

Cefalexin is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

In Depth Information for Keflex Products

  • Your doctor has prescribed Keflex to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
  • Discontinue Keflex and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Your doctor has prescribed Keflex to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
  • Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Keflex as it may cause increased side effects.
  • Discontinue Keflex and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Patient Concerns about Keflex Products

Frequently asked questions about Keflex Products

Q. Is cephalexin safe?

Cephalexin is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Can the use of Keflex 500mg Capsule cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Keflex 500mg Capsule can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

Q. What if Keflex 500mg Capsule doesn't work?

Talk to your doctor if Keflex 500mg Capsule doesn't seem to work for you. Your doctor may increase the dose of Keflex 500mg Capsule or switch you to an alternate option, which may work for you.

Q. What if I don't get better after using Keflex 500mg Capsule?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Q. Can I stop taking Keflex 500mg Capsule when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Keflex 500mg Capsule and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 25th Nov 2025.
The medicine details are for information purpose only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.