Cephalexin Compound

• Cephalexin is a part of a broad-spectrum class of drugs called cephalosporin antibiotics that are 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 by inhibiting the growth of bacteria's cell wall. The weakened cell wall will eventually rupture, causing the bacteria to die.

• Cephalexin will not treat fungal infections, viral infections or those infections caused by mites or parasites.

• Cephalexin compound is available in...

• A capsule

• An oral suspension (includes x 1 complimentary oral syringe)

• Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

• Cephalexin should not be used in animals with known allergies to penicillin or cephalosporins.

• Notify your veterinarian if your animal is taking other medications, especially...

• probencid

• furosemide

• warfarin

• Let your veterinarian know if your pet has kidney or intestinal diseases.

• Notify your veterinarian if your animal is pregnant or lactating.

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

• Complete the entire prescription when giving cephalexin, even if your pet seems to be improving.

• Store at room temperature, protected from moisture.

• Shake oral suspension before use.