Description
Key information about Cephalexin 500 mg:
- Use: Treatment of skin, urinary (cystitis) and respiratory (bronchitis) infections.
- Adult dosage: Usually 1 g per day (500 mg twice a day or 250 mg four times a day), which may be increased depending on severity.
- Administration: The tablets can be taken with or without food, although taking them on an empty stomach is recommended for maximum absorption.
- Duration: It is crucial to complete the full prescribed treatment, often 7 to 14 days.
- Adverse effects: The most common include diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain and fatigue.
- Contraindications: Allergy to cephalosporins or penicillin.
This medicine requires a medical prescription. It is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
