Antibióticos

CEFALEXINA 500

ADMINISTRATION ORAL

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.