What is Cephalexin?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
TYPES:Generic: CephalexinBrand:
Cephalexin is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria such as pneumonia and bone, ear, skin, and urinary tract infections.
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How do members experience Cephalexin?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prevent infection | 51 | 29 | |
| Bacterial overgrowth syndrome | 16 | 2 | |
| Urinary tract infection | 12 | 15 | |
| Cellulitis | 7 | 6 | |
| Bladder problems | 5 | 5 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Diarrhea | 6 | |
| Constipation | 2 | |
| Nausea | 2 | |
| Nausea during and after eating | 2 | |
| Abdominal cramps | 1 | |
| Candida (fungal) infection | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 10 | |
| Moderate | 12 | |
| Mild | 13 | |
| None | 59 |
Member evaluations
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evaluated on Feb 18, 2009
- Perceived effectiveness for urinary problems: Moderate
- Side effects: Mild
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