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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU TAKE CEFALEXIN CAPSULES

Do not take Cefalexin Capsules: • If you are allergic to cefalexin, other cephalosporins (similar antibiotics) or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in Section 6). An allergic reaction may include rash, itching, difficulty breathing or swelling of the face, lips, throat or tongue. Tell your doctor before taking Cefalexin: • If you have ever developed a severe skin rash or skin peeling, blistering and/ or mouth sores after taking cefalexin or other antibacterials. Warnings and precautions Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Cefalexin Capsules if you: • Have had allergic reaction to cefalexin, cephalosporins, penicillins or other drugs in the past • Develop severe or prolonged diarrhoea during or after taking cefalexin • Have a severe kidney disorder (you may need reduced dose) • have ever developed a severe skin rash or skin peeling, blistering and/or mouth sores after taking cefalexin or other antibacterials Tell your doctor if you are having blood and urine Cefalexin may interfere with these tests. PACKAGE LEAFLET: INFORMATION FOR THE USER Cefalexin Capsules 250mg Cefalexin Capsules 500mg cefalexin Take special care with Cefalexin: Acute generalised exanthematous (AGEP) has been reported with the use of cefalexin. AGEP appears at the initiation of treatment as a red, scaly widespread rash with bumps under the skin and blisters accompanied by fever. The most common location: mainly localised on the skin folds, trunk, and upper extremities. The highest risk of occurence of this serious skin reaction is within the first week of treatment. If you develop a serious skin rash or another of these skin symptoms, stop taking cefalexin and contact your doctor or seek medical attention immediately. Other medicines and Cefalexin Capsules Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription. This is especially important of the following, as they may interact with your Cefalexin: • Any other antibiotics (e.g. gentamicin, tobramycin, cefuroxime) • Potent diuretics e.g. furosemide (water tablets used to treat high blood pressure or water retention) • Probenecid (a treatment for gout) • Metformin (a treatment for diabetes) • Drugs used to treat leukaemia. It may be still be all right for you to be given Cefalexin Capsules and your doctor will be able to decide what is suitable for you. Pregnancy and breast-feeding If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine. Driving and using machines Cefalexin Capsules should not affect your ability to drive or use machines. Cefalexin Capsule contains Lactose If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicinal product