Cephin: Side Effects & Dosing

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Cefalexin monohydrate

Indications/Uses

Resp tract, GUT, skin, soft tissues, bone & joint infections.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Cap Adult 1 g daily in divided doses. Dry syr Childn 25-50 mg/kg daily in divided doses.

Administration

May be taken with or without food: May be taken w/ meals to reduce GI discomfort.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins.

Special Precautions

Hypersensitivity to penicillins. Renal impairment.

Adverse Reactions

GI disturbances.

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MIMS Class

Cephalosporins

ATC Classification

J01DB01 - cefalexin ; Belongs to the class of first-generation cephalosporins. Used in the systemic treatment of infections.

Thai FDA Category

Presentation/Packing

Form

Cephin cap 250 mg

Packing/Price

1000's;100's

Form

Cephin cap 500 mg

Packing/Price

100's;500's

Form

Cephin dry syr 125 mg/5 mL

Packing/Price

60 mL x 10 × 1's

Cephin