Keftab
Developed to alleviate bacterial infections, this antibiotic is utilized to support the immune system in resolving various respiratory and soft tissue ailments.
Strengths: 125 · 250 · 375 · 500 · 750mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Keflex
- Therapeutic class
Cephalosporin Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
Cephalosporin
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to cephalosporins
- Precautions and warnings
finish full course; inform your doctor if rash develops
- Minor side effects
diarrhoea; nausea
- Moderate side effects
rash; genital itching
- Serious side effects
severe allergic reaction — requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Eli Lilly
- Onset Time
1–2 hours
- Duration
6–8 hours
- Storage instructions
Store at room temperature.
- Drug interactions
probenecid
- Age restrictions
Suitable for all age groups under medical supervision.
Patient summary
Developed to alleviate bacterial infections, this antibiotic is utilized to support the immune system in resolving various respiratory and soft tissue ailments.
Mechanism of action
This medicine acts by disrupting the cross-linking of bacterial cell wall structures. This inhibits the bacteria's growth and leads to its eventual death.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Considered safe; standard precautions apply. Breastfeeding: Small amounts pass into breast milk; continue with caution.
Keftab
Developed to alleviate bacterial infections, this antibiotic is utilized to support the immune system in resolving various respiratory and soft tissue ailments.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Cephalexin
- Listed indication(s): Bacterial Infection
Usually available as
- 180 tablets - 250 mg685-250-mg-3298
- 90 tablets - 500 mg685-500-mg-3305
- 30 tablets - 750 mg685-750-mg-3309