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Cephalexin
About Cephalexin
A first generation cephalosporin antibiotic commonly prescribed for skin infections, strep throat, and urinary tract infections. Cephalexin is one of the most prescribed antibiotics in the US. It works by disrupting bacterial cell wall synthesis. Cephalexin is generally well tolerated with mild side effects. It is widely regarded as low risk in pregnancy. The drug is available as a generic and is inexpensive.
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