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Will Taking Cephalexin Capsules Affect Pregnancy?
hi i was no cephalexin capsules 500mg for 5days because i was having bacteria infection, thou i had a spill condom after my period five days later, i took postinor two tablet contraceptives pill, i just discover am pregnant i want to know if the drugs will have effect on the baby. my last period was july-11-2012
Thu, 6 Feb 2020
Hi,
Cephalexin is an antibioitic (first generation cephalosporin) which is commonly prescribed to treat various infections caused by susceptible bacteria. It does not cause any harmful effects on the growing baby and hence it is considered to be safe during. There is nothing to worry about it.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali, General & Family Physician
Cephalexin is an antibioitic (first generation cephalosporin) which is commonly prescribed to treat various infections caused by susceptible bacteria. It does not cause any harmful effects on the growing baby and hence it is considered to be safe during. There is nothing to worry about it.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali, General & Family Physician
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