Cephalexin is used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria such as pneumonia and other respiratory tract infections; and infections of the bone, skin, ears, , genital, and
Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole is a combination medication containing two antibiotics
First-generation cephalosporins such as cephalexin ( Keflex) have a high urine excretion rate, which enhances their effectiveness for UTIs
Cephalexin For Chronic UTI
Cephalexin* 500 mg PO Q6H for 5 days OR Cefuroxime* 250 mg PO Q12H for 5 days OR Cefdinir* 300 mg PO Q12H for 5 days OR TMP/SMX 1 DS tab PO Q12H for 3 days Cephalexin can be conveniently administered as 500 mg twice or thrice daily, similar to cefadroxil (500 mg twice daily); therefore, either agent may be used as a fluoroquinolone
Tips Response/effectiveness Interactions 1
6 out of 10 from a total of 104 reviews for the treatment of Bladder Infection
FDA Approves Exblifep (cefepime/enmetazobactam) for the Treatment of Complicated Urinary Tract Infections
Cephalexin is used to treat infections caused by bacteria that are susceptible to the effects of cephalexin
Length of Usual Adult Dose for Pharyngitis
Long-term use has been associated with an increased risk of serious side effects, including potentially fatal lung conditions
Cephalexin for cats, also known as Cefalexin, Cephalexin monohydrochloride, or Cephalexin monohydrate, is a prescription medicine belongs to the cephalosporin class of drugs is a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic works against gram-negative and anaerobic organisms commonly used to treat bacterial infections in felines include skin
PMID: 6664942
40% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 40% reported a negative experience
2 One in six febrile neonates has a UTI, 3 and it is the most common serious bacterial infection Cranberries contain a substance that can prevent bacteria from sticking on the walls of the bladder
The incidence of men with UTI, ages 18–24, was reported to be 0
The specific dose will depend on the type of urinary tract infection that you have
However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections
Generally well tolerated