Cephalexin 200 mg

Composition:
Each tablet contains:
200 mg cefalexin (as monohydrate).
Properties:
Cefalexin is a broad-spectrum cephalosporin having a bactericidal action.
Indications:
The treatment of respiratory infections, especially bronchopneumonia, tonsillitis and infections of the upper respiratory tract caused by
Staphylococcus spp, Streptococcus spp, Bordetella spp, Pasteurella spp, E. coli and Klebsiella spp., urinary tract infections caused by
Proteus spp., E. coli and Staphylococcus spp. and skin infections caused by Staphylococcus spp. and Streptococcus spp.
Dosage and administration:
For oral administration.
Dogs and cats: 10 - 15 mg cefalexin/kg body weight twice daily and for at least 5 days.
Advised withdrawal times:
Not applicable.
Contra-Indications:
Known hypersensitivity to cephalosporins.
Side-effects:
Gastro-intestinal disturbances.
Warnings:
- the dosage should be lowered and/or adjusted in cases of chronic kidney failure
- do not administer to dogs or cats weighing less than 3 kg.
Storage:
At room temperature.
Presentation:
Bottles of 100 or 500 .