Keflex Suspension 250mg / 5ml

About Keflex Suspension 250mg / 5ml

Keflex Suspension 250mg / 5ml Uses

• Treatment of respiratory tract infections such as tonsillitis and pharyngitis in children
• Treatment of middle ear infections (otitis media)
• Treatment of skin and soft tissue infections
• Treatment of urinary tract infections in children
• Treatment of bone and joint infections caused by susceptible bacteria
• Alternative antibiotic for children allergic to penicillin group medicines

Keflex Suspension 250mg / 5ml Benefits

• Clears common childhood bacterial infections effectively
• Available as a sweet tasting liquid suspension that is easy for children to swallow
• Well tolerated by most children with a good safety record
• Convenient dosing schedule based on the doctor's advice

What Experts Say

Cephalexin is a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic that works by stopping bacteria from building their protective cell wall. Once the wall cannot form properly, the bacteria burst and die, which clears the infection. This mechanism makes it effective mainly against gram-positive bacteria such as Streptococcus and Staphylococcus species, along with some gram-negative organisms.

In pediatric practice, cephalexin suspension is often preferred for common childhood infections because it has a well-established safety profile spanning several decades. Doctors usually calculate the dose according to a child's body weight rather than age alone, since this gives more accurate blood levels of the drug. Completing the full course, even after symptoms improve, prevents relapse and reduces the chance of resistant bacteria developing.

Absorption from the gut is reliable whether or not the suspension is taken with food, though giving it with meals can reduce stomach upset in sensitive children. Cephalexin does not treat viral illnesses like flu or common cold, so lab confirmation of a bacterial cause is recommended before starting therapy in unclear cases.

Drug Class

• First-generation cephalosporin antibiotic

Keflex Suspension 250mg / 5ml formula

• Cephalexin

Available forms

• Suspension

How to use Keflex Suspension 250mg / 5ml?

• Shake the bottle well before every use
• Use the marked measuring spoon or oral syringe provided, not a household spoon
• Give the dose as advised by the child's doctor, usually every 6 to 12 hours based on weight
• Can be given with or without food, though food may reduce stomach upset
• Complete the full prescribed course even if the child feels better early
• Do not double the dose if one is missed, give the next dose at the usual time

Drug Interactions

• Probenecid may increase cephalexin levels in the blood
• Metformin absorption may be affected when taken with cephalexin
• Warfarin and other blood thinners may have an altered effect when combined with cephalexin
• Live typhoid vaccine effectiveness may be reduced during cephalexin therapy

Risks and warnings

• Avoid if the child has a known allergy to cephalexin or other cephalosporin antibiotics
• Use with caution in children allergic to penicillin, as cross reaction is possible
• Dose adjustment may be needed in children with kidney disease
• Prolonged use may lead to oral thrush or vaginal yeast infection
• Inform the doctor about any history of stomach or intestinal disease before starting
• Stop the medicine and seek medical help if severe diarrhea, rash or difficulty breathing occurs

Keflex Suspension 250mg / 5ml Side Effects

• Diarrhea
• Nausea and vomiting
• Stomach pain or discomfort
• Skin rash or itching
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Vaginal itching or discharge
• Fatigue
• Loss of appetite
• Allergic reactions such as swelling of face, lips or throat (rare)

Storage Conditions

• Store the unopened powder bottle at room temperature, below 25°C, away from direct sunlight
• After the pharmacist reconstitutes it with water, keep the suspension in the refrigerator
• Shake well before each use since the medicine settles at the bottom
• Discard any unused suspension 14 days after reconstitution
• Keep the bottle tightly closed and away from reach of children
• Do not freeze the reconstituted suspension