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GlossaryCephalexin

antibiotic treating bacterial infections by disrupting cell wall synthesis

Cephalexin, also known by the brand name Keflex, is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It belongs to the cephalosporin class of antibiotics and works by interfering with the bacteria's cell wall synthesis, ultimately leading to the bacteria's death.

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research Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Due to Cephalexin

14 citations , November 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

A woman developed a severe skin reaction called toxic epidermal necrolysis after taking the antibiotic cephalexin.

research New Proprietary Brands: Cephalexin

October 2004 in “Australian Prescriber”

Lifestyle changes are more effective than medication for reducing type 2 diabetes risk.

research Clinical Management of Canine Bacterial Dermatitis

1 citations , January 2013 in “INTAS POLIVET”

Cephalexin effectively treats canine bacterial dermatitis, showing improvement within 72 hours.

research P-51 Drug-Induced Erythema Multiforme or Drug-Induced Pemphigus Foliaceus: A Case Report

August 2004 in “Veterinary Dermatology”

A Brittany spaniel's skin issues from cephalexin improved with treatment, showing drug-induced pemphigus foliaceus.

research Retrospective Review of Folliculitis Decalvans in 23 Patients with Course and Treatment Analysis of Long-Standing Cases

43 citations , January 2015 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”

Most patients improved with oral antibiotics, but some needed long-term treatment or had minimal response.

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