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What side effects can this medication cause?

Possible side effects from cephalexin use may include:

diarrhea
nausea
abdominal pain
vomiting
headaches
dizziness
skin rash
fever
abnormal liver tests and vaginitis

Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

upset stomach
diarrhea
vomiting
mild skin rash
a yeast infection of the mouth or vagina

If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:

allergic reaction(such as difficulty breathing, closing of the throat, swelling of the lips, face, or tongue, hives)
rash, redness, or itching
severe nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
mucous or blood in the stool
unusual bleeding or bruising

 

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

 

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Why is this medication prescribed?

Other uses for this medicine

Dosage and using this medicine

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What should I do if I forget a dose?

What storage conditions are needed for this medicine?

In case of an emergency/overdose

 

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