Cephalexin 50 mg

Composition:
Each tablet contains:
50 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 500 .