CEFALEXIN MONOHYDRATE (PHEXIN) INDICATIONS
Cefalexin Monohydrate (Cephalexin) is indicated in the treatment of the following infections: Respiratory tract infections; bone and joint infections; genito urinary infections, including acute prostatitis and dental infections.
CEFALEXIN MONOHYDRATE (PHEXIN) INSTRUCTIONS
Take the medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
CEFALEXIN MONOHYDRATE (PHEXIN) STORAGE
Adults
Elderly
Children
Children under 5 years:
Children 5 years and over:
Route of administration:
CEFALEXIN MONOHYDRATE (PHEXIN) STORAGE
Store Cefalexin Monohydrate at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C), in a tightly closed container. Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Cefalexin Monohydrate out of the reach of children and away from pets.
If an allergic reaction to this drug occurs it should be discontinued and the patient treated with the appropriate agents. Prolonged use of Cefalexin Monohydrate may result in the overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms. Careful observation of the patient during therapy is essential and appropriate action should be taken should superinfection occur.
Although laboratory and clinical studies have shown no evidence of teratogenicity, caution should be exercised when prescribing for the pregnant patient. Caution should be exercised in administration to a nursing mother. Following a 500mg dose, levels of 4 micrograms/ml have been detected in breast milk.
The side effects may include:
upset stomach;
diarrhea;
vomiting.
If you experience any of the following side effects, you should turn to your doctor immediately:
a skin rash;
itching;
hives;
breathing difficulties;
wheezing;
unusual bleeding or bruising;
sore throat;
vaginal infection.
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If you suspect an overdose, seek emergency medical treatment immediately.