Cephalexin

Brand names: Keflex

Cephalexin is a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the skin, respiratory tract, bones, ears, and urinary tract. It works by interfering with the bacteria's

Cephalosporin Antibiotic
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What is it?
Cephalexin is a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the skin, respiratory tract, bones, ears, and urinary
Drug Class
Cephalosporin Antibiotic

Overview

Cephalexin is a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the skin, respiratory tract, bones, ears, and urinary tract. It works by interfering with the bacteria's cell wall formation, leading to cell death.

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Sources & References

  1. FDA Drug Label Information — fda.gov
  2. National Library of Medicine (DailyMed) — dailymed.nlm.nih.gov
  3. MedlinePlus Drug Information — medlineplus.gov
  4. American Pharmacists Association — pharmacist.com
  5. National Institutes of Health (NIH) — nih.gov
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