Drug Details
Therapeutic Class:
First-generation cephalosporin antibiotics
Forms:
Oral tablet: 250 mg, 500 mg
Oral capsule: 250 mg, 500 mg, 750 mg
Oral suspension: 100 mL bottle of 125 mg/5 mL or 250 mg/5 mL; 200 mL bottle of 125 mg/5 mL or 250 mg/5 mL
Administration:
By mouth
Therapeutic Uses:
Treatment of bacterial infections by stopping the growth of bacteria
Controlled Status:
Not a controlled substance
What is Keflex?
Keflex is a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. Keflex kills bacteria by inhibiting their cell-wall synthesis (their protective wall). Keflex is used to treat bacterial infections, including upper respiratory tract infections, ear infections, skin, bone, and urinary tract infections.
Who can take Keflex?
- Adults
- Children 1 years and older
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