Cephalexin 500

(Keflex, Biocef) is a prescription antibiotic licensed to treat a number of infections. Some of these cephalexin uses include:


* Treatment of bacterial infections
* Prevention of heart valve infections (bacterial endocarditis).


Bacterial Infections
Cephalexin 500 is most commonly used to treat infections caused by bacteria. Some of these types of infections may include:


* Respiratory tract infection, such as pneumonia, bronchitis, strep throat, or tonsillitis
* Bone infection (osteomyelitis)
* Middle ear infection (otitis media)
* Sinus infection (sinusitis)
* Urinary tract infection (UTI)
* Irritation of the prostate (prostatitis)
* Skin infection, such as cellulitis, folliculitis, or impetigo.

Cephalexin 500

Cephalexin 500 may be used to treat a number of other bacterial infections. In addition, it can be substituted in place of penicillin to treat common infections in those people who are allergic to penicillin. It should be noted, however, that there is a small chance that people who are allergic to penicillin will also be allergic to cephalexin or to other cephalosporins.

Cephalexin 500 is not effective against any infection caused by a virus, such as the flu, stomach flu, or common cold.