Biocef Oral
Generic Name: CEPHALEXIN SUSPENSION - ORALPronounced: (sef-a-LEX-in)
Biocef Oral Side Effects
Stomach upset, headache, fatigue, dizziness, or diarrhea may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:
- mental/mood changes
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur:
- stomach/abdominal pain
- persistent nausea/vomiting
- yellowing eyes or skin
- dark urine
- new signs of infection (e.g., persistent sore throat or fever)
- easy bruising/bleeding
- change in the amount of urine
This medication may rarely cause a severe intestinal condition (pseudomembranous colitis) due to a resistant bacteria. This condition may occur while receiving therapy or even weeks after treatment has stopped. Do not use anti-diarrhea products or narcotic pain medications if you have the following symptoms because such products may make them worse. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop persistent diarrhea, abdominal or stomach pain/cramping, or blood/mucus in your stool.
Use of this medication for prolonged or repeated periods may result in oral thrush or a new vaginal yeast infection (oral or vaginal fungal infection). Contact your doctor if you notice white patches in your mouth, a change in vaginal discharge or other new symptoms.
A serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include:
- rash
- itching
- swelling
- severe dizziness
- trouble breathing
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Biocef Oral Precautions
Before taking cephalexin, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to penicillins or other cephalosporins; or if you have any other allergies.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:
- kidney disease
- intestinal disease (colitis)
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