Cephalexin is a first generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat susceptible infections. It provides excellent coverage against most gram-positive and anaerobic bacteria. [Buy Cephalexin now on Petco.](https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/brand/cephalexin) A prescription from your veterinarian may be needed to purchase.
Labeled for use in dogs to treat superficial bacterial skin infections, but used extra-label to treat susceptible urinary tract infections and other infections.
Cephalexin is a cephalosporin antibiotic that damages the protein production in the cell wall of bacteria, causing ultimate death of the infectious bacteria. Cephalexin is effective against most gram-positive and anaerobic bacteria, but is generally ineffective against most gram-negative bacteria.
Tablets and capsules: Keep dry and store at room temperature in a tightly sealed container; Liquid suspensions: Shelf stable for up to 2 weeks after reconstitution. Store in a tightly sealed container at room temperature.
If a dose is missed, continue with the next dosage at the scheduled time.
Overdoses can lead to gastrointestinal effects (anorexia, vomiting, diarrhea) and typically do not require treatment.
The uric acid-reducing drug, Probenecid, increases the serum level and serum half-lives of cephalexin.
May cause severe enterocolitis in small mammals. Safety has not been evaluated in pregnant and lactating animals.
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