
Does Cephalexin Interact With Augmentin?

Cephalexin (500 mg, 3x per day)--started first; to be joined by Augmenting
for sinus infection
no known interactions
Detailed Answer:
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There are no known interactions and they can be used together if prescribed in this way.
Cephalexin (also known sometimes as keflex) is classified as a first generation cephalosporin.
Cephalosporins are a type or family of antibiotics and first generation means that it is one of the first cephalosporins to be made.
Augmentin is a type of penicillin. It has a similar structure to cephalexin and they tend to fight similar bacteria though the cephalexin has a slightly broader range.
Because of the similarity, they are not commonly given together but it can be done if needed.
Summary: (1)have a similar structure
(2)can be used with no known interactions
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions

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