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Suggest Remedy For Joints Pain While On Keflex
Question: I am taking keflex 500mg for an UTI and feel joint pain . Should I discontinue use?
Brief Answer:
depends upon how bad it is
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Joint pains is a possible side effect of keflex so if the pains are severe you may need to stop it. If it is mild you could continue.
If you need to stop it call your doctor to get another antibiotic to treat the infection.
Let me know if you have further questions.
Regards,
Dr. Robinson
depends upon how bad it is
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Joint pains is a possible side effect of keflex so if the pains are severe you may need to stop it. If it is mild you could continue.
If you need to stop it call your doctor to get another antibiotic to treat the infection.
Let me know if you have further questions.
Regards,
Dr. Robinson
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