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What Causes Rash And Hives After Having Cephalexin?

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Posted on Mon, 16 Jun 2014
Question: I have been takeing Cephalexin 500 mg capsules and have now broken out in a rash and hives,what should i do?
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Answered by Dr. Kerry Pottinger (18 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Stop the cephalexin.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for using Healthcare Magic.
This indicates that you are likely to be allergic to cephalexin. You should not take any more and consult your doctor for an alternative antibiotic. There will be options available depending on the infection that was being treated.
I hope this is of help. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger,
MBChB. FRCA
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What Causes Rash And Hives After Having Cephalexin?

Brief Answer: Stop the cephalexin. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thank you for using Healthcare Magic. This indicates that you are likely to be allergic to cephalexin. You should not take any more and consult your doctor for an alternative antibiotic. There will be options available depending on the infection that was being treated. I hope this is of help. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Regards, Dr K A Pottinger, MBChB. FRCA