description
Broad-spectrum oral cephalosporin-based antibiotic .
presentation
Packages containing 5 or 30 blisters with 10 tablets each .
action
Bactericide. It inhibits the synthesis and repair of the bacterial cell wall. Within the bacterial cytoplasmic membrane, cephalexin binds the enzymes in charge of the cell wall synthesis, resulting in the bacterial death or inhibition.
indications
For the treatment of skin, soft tissue, osteoarticular, respiratory and urogenital infections produced by microorganisms sensitive to cephalexin.
formula
Each tablet contains:
Cephalexin monohydrate 500 mg
Excipients q.s.
dosage and administration
Administer 20-30 mg/kg, equivalent to 1 tablet/20 kg, every 8-12 hours for 7-10 days. In cases of superficial pyoderma, continue treatment for 7-10 days after remission of the dermatitis. In cases of deep pyoderma, continue treatment for 14-21 days after remission of the dermatitis.
contraindications
Do not administer in animals with known hypersensitivity to?-lactam antibiotics.
collateral damage
It may occasionally cause nausea, diarrhea and abdominal discomfort. It may rarely cause vomiting.
restrictions on use
Use with caution in cases of renal failure.