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Also known as cefalexin, Ceporex®, Keflex®, CEX, Ceporexin, Cepastar, Celexin, Cepexin

Cefalexin, also spelled cephalexin, is an antibiotic that can treat a number of bacterial infections. It kills gram-positive and some gram-negative bacteria by disrupting the growth of the bacterial cell wall. Cefalexin is a β-lactam antibiotic within the class of first-generation cephalosporins. It works similarly to other agents within this class, including intravenous cefazolin, but can be taken by mouth.

Chemical data

Formula
C16H17N3O4S
Molecular weight
347.4 g/mol
IUPAC name
(6R,7R)-7-[[(2R)-2-azaniumyl-2-phenylacetyl]amino]-3-methyl-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylate
SMILES
CC1=C(N2[C@@H]([C@@H](C2=O)NC(=O)[C@@H](C3=CC=CC=C3)[NH3+])SC1)C(=O)[O-]
InChIKey
ZAIPMKNFIOOWCQ-UEKVPHQBSA-N
XLogP
1.3
Polar surface area
142 Ų
H-bond donors
2
H-bond acceptors
5
Formal charge
0

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Wikidata facts

Mass
347.093977
Has use
medication
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route of administration
intravenous infusion and defusion
chemical formula
C₁₆H₁₇N₃O₄S
medical condition treated
cellulitis
isomeric SMILES
CC1=C(N2[C@@H]([C@@H](C2=O)NC(=O)[C@@H](C3=CC=CC=C3)N)SC1)C(=O)O
canonical SMILES
CC1=C(N2C(C(C2=O)NC(=O)C(C3=CC=CC=C3)N)SC1)C(=O)O
Commons category
Cefalexin
defined daily dose
2
subject has role
bactericide
found in taxon
Streptomyces
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Encyclopedic overview

12 sections
Contents
  • Medical uses
  • Pregnancy and breastfeeding
  • Adverse effects
  • Interactions
  • Pharmacology
  • Mechanism of action
  • Pharmacokinetics
  • Society and culture
  • Brand names
  • Veterinary uses
  • Dogs
  • References

Cefalexin, also spelled cephalexin, is an antibiotic that can treat a number of bacterial infections. It kills gram-positive and some gram-negative bacteria by disrupting the growth of the bacterial cell wall. Cefalexin is a β-lactam antibiotic within the class of first-generation cephalosporins. It works similarly to other agents within this class, including intravenous cefazolin, but can be taken by mouth.

Cefalexin can treat certain bacterial infections, including those of the middle ear, bone and joint, skin, and urinary tract. It may also be used for certain types of pneumonia and strep throat and to prevent bacterial endocarditis. Cefalexin is not effective against infections caused by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), most Enterococcus, or Pseudomonas. Like other antibiotics, cefalexin cannot treat viral infections, such as the flu, common cold or acute bronchitis. Cefalexin can be used in those who have mild or moderate allergies to penicillin. However, it is not recommended in those with severe penicillin allergies.

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