User Reviews for Cephalexin

cephalexin for Skin Infection: I had a spider bite, 2 red circular spots on my leg (very itchy). Went away in about 4 days after medicine.

cephalexin for Skin Infection: Penicillin VK did -0-; Keflex cleared up a BAD infection from getting a 2 inch splinter out of the upper half of the bottom of my foot. Side effects were miserable: PAIN, fatigue, constipation; now 6 days since last doses. STILL, Keflex cleared up the infection that had a BROWN/YELLOW discharge. A STRANGE antibiotic, but I'd rather have pain than cellulitis.

cephalexin for Bacterial Infection: I've seen patient reviews where many terrible side effects of this drug were listed. After that, I was afraid to start taking Cephalexin! But my pharmacist said Keflex has been on the market for decades & most people have no problem with it. I'm happy to report that I am one of those people! The only side effect I am having is a lot of smelly gas & very smelly bowel movements.(a result of the bad bacteria dying off, perhaps?). But that's a small price to pay to get rid of the infection in my ankle, so I'm quite satisfied. Word to the wise: I think that most of the patient reviews we see online are from unsatisfied patients. Most people that have no problem with a medicine probably don't take the time to post, so keep that in mind.

cephalexin for Bacterial Infection: I was prescribed 500 mg every 12 hours for ten days to fight a bacterial problem stemming from a stye on my eye. The cephalexin is working after 2 days however it makes me itch; no hives just mild itching. I make sure I take it with lots of water and I am eating yogurt to make sure I do not get a yeast infection. If the itching worsens I will obtain a different antibiotic. I am sure there is something else that won't make me itch. I had some other antibiotic when I had a root canal that did not make me itch.

cephalexin for Kidney Infections: Taking two 500mg twice a day for a kidney infection, 28 year old female. I normally get extremely nauseated and dizzy on antibiotics. I do not on these, no side effects as of yet (day 3) I feel an improvement in my kidneys, but not as much as I had hoped at this point. I'm just happy I am not nauseated on these! I am eating Greek yogurt daily to avoid a nasty yeast infection from taking antibiotics. I do have to warn you, every time I open the pill bottle I get a strong bad smell. It's worth it to get some kind of relief from my angry kidneys!

cephalexin for Skin Infection: Broke out in hives and severe vaginal itching. Doctor was aware I was allergic to penicillin so why she prescribed this medication is beyond me.

cephalexin for Bacterial Infection: I suffered a urinary tract infection a week ago and went to the doctor when they prescribed me Clindamycin 300mg 3 times in 3 days and Cipro 500mg every 12 hours. I couldn't take either of them because I can't swallow big pills, and I'm afraid Cipro is a little strong for me. I get real anal when it comes to taking medicine like this, for I have a fear of side effects and haven't taken antibiotics before. I went back just the other day and switched medicines and I'm taking this, a liquid form 250mg every 6 hours in four days for 10 days. It taste really good and it smells good, looks like Pepto Bismol. I always take it with food and I have no side effects, and so far it's working great! I highly recommend any one to take this medicine that suffers urinary tract infection.

Keflex (cephalexin) for Bacterial Infection: VERY effective antibiotic on two (2) separate events for oral abcess! Usually a straight Penicillin customer, I am & Doc prefers Amoxicillin (not efficacious for me). Compromise medicine: Keflex is the most foul-smelling thing I ever wanted to swallow because it works... so hold your breath!

cephalexin for Skin Infection: Had bad reaction all the way. Within 15 minutes of taking, experienced shortness of breath, dizziness, diarrhea, throwing up, shakiness, full blown rash/hives, cold/chills, confusion, slurred speech, rapid heart rate, ringing in the ears, extreme tiredness.

Keflex (cephalexin) for Skin Infection: Basically the only medication that works for me to combat the infections that arise from Darier's disease (a genetic skin disease).

Keflex (cephalexin) for Bacterial Infection: I had an abscess on my upper gum resulting from terrible dentist work. I had also been prescribed amoxicillin 500mg, however after a week of taking amoxicillin the pain/swelling did not go away it got noticeably worse. However after taking my first full dose of Keflex swelling reduced and gradually faded out by the time my dosage was complete. Would highly recommend Keflex.

Keflex (cephalexin) for Skin Infection: Infected Sebaceous Cyst: Needed to take three regimens of Keflex. Used Floragen 3 as a probiotic.

cephalexin for Upper Respiratory Tract Infection: This medicine work great. Had to take it twice a day for one week

Keflex (cephalexin) for Bacterial Infection: I was prescribed Keflex (Cephalexin) after having surgery to prevent infection, and wanted to add to the list of side effects. They do not mention acid reflux, which I had every time I took the capsule (4 times a day, for 10 days). Also women need to take a probiotic while on this medication as it decreases natural flora and you can get yeast infection. I learned this the hard way by not eating enough yogurt while on this medication and not taking any probiotics. Just wanted to give a heads up and hopefully spare many women this highly uncomfortable experience.

Keflex (cephalexin) for Skin Infection: I've been prescribed this antibiotic many times. I just realized that with my current course for a skin infection that I sweat profusely when I take this. The last time I had episodes of profuse sweating was the last time I was on this! I don't see it listed anywhere as a side effect, but it seems to happen to me every time I take it.

Keflex (cephalexin) for Bacterial Infection: I have used this medicine for years for many different conditions including bronchitis, boils, bladder infection, sinusitis among a few others. The problem though, has become since I have used it so many times, I am almost resistant to it and need a larger dose or longer dosing schedule to clear up a more severe case of the ailment. When it works, it works well.

cephalexin for Bacterial Infection: I have been prescribed Cephalexin twice so far; each time for foot surgery to prevent infection. The first time, I had no problems. This time, however, I am finding that I am extremely gassy, although I haven't seen this as a side effect anywhere. The only other medication I am on at the moment is 800 mg Ibuprofen but I have only taken one of those so far. I also find myself waking up to a bit of a sore throat and tonight I had a coughing fit and feeling like I was going to throw up. I'm not sure if this is the cause of the Cephalexin, but I just thought I'd share.

cephalexin for Upper Respiratory Tract Infection: After just the 2nd day my energy levels increased dramatically. I was being treated for bronchitis and was also prescribed an inhaler and cough syrup. All three helped my congestion and after about the 4th day I stopped waking up to hacking fits. I would suggest eating something light before taking it because it did make me nauseous.

cephalexin for Bacterial Infection: With any antibiotic I always take an Acidophilus and eat lots of Greek yogurt (with honey) to replenish the intestinal bacteria or I will get diarrhea also.

cephalexin for Skin Infection: Great on "school sores"

cephalexin for Skin Infection: I have always found cephalexin to clear up my diabetic toe infections but they always recur usually days after I get done taking it.

cephalexin for Skin Infection: I had a very serious and extremely painful infection where I had two large moles removed off my neck. My doctor gave me Cephalexin as a back up treatment to the topical antibiotics. He was unsure about how well it would work on the wounds, but it did and very fast! Within two days of the first dose I was seeing healing and in a lot less pain. It really worked great!

Keflex (cephalexin) for Bone infection: Very hard to manage diarrhea while taking the antibiotic. Very tired and stomach was distended.

Keflex (cephalexin) for Skin Infection: Works very well for treating the cellulitis I got from an insect bite. But don't drink alcohol while you are on this medication. I had half a beer and started feeling really nauseous, had a migraine and my stomach hurt.

Keflex (cephalexin) for Upper Respiratory Tract Infection: Unfortunately, did not help 4 year old with chest infection.