I am an 82 yo male with CKD stage 3 and high blood pressure. I injured my ankle/foot and have been prescribed Cephalexin 500 mg every 6 hours. Is this a normal dosage?
Proper dosage of cephalexin?
Question posted by Ron Connell on 2 days 15 hours ago
Last updated on 16 August 2025 (2 days 15 hours ago) by WildcatVet
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WildcatVet
2 days 15 hours ago
Hi, Ron!
"250 to 333 mg orally every 6 hours OR 500 mg orally every 12 hours"
It's a pretty high end dose but still within normal range. I would assume your doctor felt the dosage was warranted.
Regards, Wildcat
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