Cephalexin

• Cephalexin is available by prescription only.

• Cephalexin is a broad-spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic used to fight bacterial infections all over the body, including...

• upper respiratory infections

• skin infections

• ear infections

• urinary tract infections

• infections found in the bones and joints

• Cephalexin works against bacteria by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall.

• Cephalexin is available in...

• 250 mg capsules

• 500 mg capsules

• a 100 mL bottle of 250 mg/5 ml solution

• Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

• Do not use in animals with known allergies to penicillin or cephalosporins.

• Cephalexin may interact with some other medications. Notify your veterinarian if your animal is taking other medications, especially...

• probenecid

• furosemide

• warfarin

• Use with caution if your pet suffers from...

• kidney disease

• intestinal disease

• Use with caution if your pet is pregnant or lactating.

• Cephalexin oral suspension contains sugar and may affect animals with diabetes.

• Store at room temperature.

• Store protected from light and moisture.

• Give as directed by your veterinarian.

• Be sure to complete the prescription to ensure a full recovery, even if your pet seems to be improving, unless instructed otherwise by your veterinarian.

• Store at room temperature.

• Cephalexin oral suspension should be refrigerated after mixing.

• Cephalexin oral suspension should be used within 14 days.

• If your pet experiences stomach upset, give cephalexin with food.

• In the case of an overdose of cephalexin, seek emergency veterinary medical treatment.

• Symptoms of an overdose may include...

• nausea

• vomiting

• diarrhea

• fever

• Allergic reactions are rare, but in the case of an allergic reaction, seek immediate veterinary attention.

• Some common signs of allergic reactions are...

• severe vomiting

• severe diarrhea

• blood or mucous in stool

• hives

• swelling on or around the face

• Do not give cephalexin to any animal that has a known allergy to penicillins and/or cephalosporins.

• Notify your veterinarian if your pet has diabetes, as cephalexin oral suspension has sugar and may affect your pet's blood sugar levels.