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17 sie 2023 · Contraindications. Cephalexin and other cephalosporins are contraindicated in patients with a penicillin allergy, as this increases the risk of allergic reactions. Cephalexin is also contraindicated in individuals with hypersensitivity to cephalexin or other medications in the cephalosporin class.
CONTRAINDICATIONS • Hypersensitivity to cefalexin, a high-risk allergy to cephalosporins or any component of the formulation.(1-4) PRECAUTIONS • Cefalexin may be prescribed in selected patients with high risk allergy to another Beta-lactam sub-class (e.g. some penicillins, carbapenems) in discussion with immunology.
Children 1 year of age and older—Dose is based on body weight and must be determined by your doctor. The dose is usually 25 to 100 milligrams (mg) per kilogram (kg) per day, taken in divided doses. Children younger than 1 year of age—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
As a prophylactic, prescribe cefalexin to children aged 3 months to 15 years — 12.5 mg/kg at night (maximum 125 mg per dose). [ NICE, 2019a ; NICE, 2019b ; NICE, 2022c ] Contraindications and cautions
13 sie 2023 · Cephalexin is used to treat infections in adults and children who are at least 1 year old. Warnings. You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to cephalexin or to similar antibiotics, such as Ceftin, Cefzil, Omnicef, and others. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, especially penicillins or other antibiotics.
1 paź 2024 · Children >15 years of age: 500 mg every 12 hours for mild to moderate infections. Manufacturers state dosage may be doubled for severe infections. Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
17 paź 2024 · 4. Contraindications. Cephalexin is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to cephalexin or other members of the cephalosporin class of antibacterial drugs.
