Can Keflex Be Given For Sinus Infection?

Posted on Tue, 17 Jan 2017

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Tue, 17 Jan 2017 Answered on

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Question : can keflex be used for a
sinus infection

Answered by Dr. V. N. S. Parinam (21 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Cephalexin is an antibiotic, branded as Keflex and is good to use for sinus infection. It should be used with correct dose and frequency under the medical supervision of a doctor. The usual dose is 200mg twice a day that we prescribe if not contraindicated.

Let me know if I can answer any other questions you may have.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. V. N. S. Parinam (16 minutes later)

I have 20 500mg tablets. Would 1 a day make sense for 10 days, or 2 a day for 7?

FYI i am in good health, recently had full physical, all normal results. I weigh230lbs

Answered by Dr. V. N. S. Parinam (22 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Dosage of Cephalexin

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

The dose is 500 mg three to four times a day as you are healthy otherwise. But do you require the antibiotic at all is the question.

Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar