Keflex
Keflex is cephalexin in a capsule for bacterial infection. It is a first-generation cephalosporin that binds penicillin-binding proteins, available in several strengths and pack sizes. Each option lists its price per capsule.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 250mg | 30 tablets | US$32.98 | US$1.11 |
| 250mg | 60 tablets | US$60.60 | US$1.01 |
| 250mg | 90 tablets | US$84.60 | US$0.94 |
| 250mg | 120 tablets | US$105.60 | US$0.88 |
| 250mg | 180 tablets | US$150.98 | US$0.84 |
| 250mg | 360 tablets | US$283.98 | US$0.79 |
| 500mg | 30 tablets | US$51.60 | US$1.72 |
| 500mg | 60 tablets | US$97.98 | US$1.64 |
| 500mg | 90 tablets | US$139.98 | US$1.56 |
| 500mg | 120 tablets | US$178.80 | US$1.49 |
| 500mg | 180 tablets | US$253.80 | US$1.41 |
| 500mg | 360 tablets | US$489.60 | US$1.36 |
- Category
- Antibiotics
- Active ingredient
- Cephalexin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Capsule, hard
- Strengths
- 250 · 500mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Keflex on your behalf.
- Condition
- Bacterial Infection
- Alternative names
- Keforal
- Therapeutic class
- First-Generation Cephalosporin Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
- Cephalosporin Antibiotic
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to cephalosporins
- Minor side effects
- diarrhoea; nausea
- Moderate side effects
- rash; vaginal discharge
- Dosage forms
- Capsule, hard
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Eli Lilly
- Onset time
- 1 hour
- Duration
- 6–8 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C in a dry place.
- Drug interactions
- probenecid
- Age restrictions
- Commonly used in paediatric patients; follow clinical advice.
Precautions and warnings
inform your doctor before any planned surgery; complete the full course as prescribed
Serious side effects
anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention; severe skin reactions, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Cephalexin 250mg and 500mg hard capsules, used for bacterial infection. A first-generation cephalosporin that binds penicillin-binding proteins.
Mechanism of action
Cephalexin, a first-generation cephalosporin, inhibits the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall by binding to penicillin-binding proteins. This leads to the inhibition of peptidoglycan synthesis, resulting in bacterial cell death.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Suitability during pregnancy depends on the specific medicine and individual circumstances. Confirm with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
Keflex is a tablet containing cephalexin, a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. It comes in 250 mg and 500 mg strengths and is used for bacterial infection. Eli Lilly is the originator company, and the medicine is also known as Keforal.
Cephalexin works by binding to penicillin-binding proteins, which stops peptidoglycan synthesis in the bacterial cell wall and leads to the death of the bacteria. Its effect starts within about an hour and lasts six to eight hours. Anyone with a hypersensitivity to cephalosporins should not take it; probenecid interacts with it, so tell your doctor about other medicines. Anaphylaxis and severe skin reactions need immediate medical attention. Complete the full course as prescribed, and mention any planned surgery to your doctor.
Getting Keflex delivered to Malaysia
Pharmacy partners in India ship orders to Malaysia in discreet packaging. Express Tracked Courier takes up to one week, and Standard Airmail up to three weeks; prices are shown in ringgit by default. Choose the 250 mg or 500 mg strength your clinician has advised, and look at the antibiotics category for related medicines.
FAQ
Is Keflex the brand-name original?
Yes, Keflex is the original brand from Eli Lilly, and we use the name so you can tell which medicine it is. What we send is a generic with the same active ingredient (cephalexin) at the same dose, usually a well-known Indian branded generic. Which brand you get depends on stock.
What is Keflex for?
Keflex contains cephalexin and is taken for bacterial infections. Cephalexin, a first-generation cephalosporin, inhibits the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall by binding to penicillin-binding proteins.
How is Keflex priced?
It comes down to strength and pack size. Keflex comes in 250 and 500mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets. You'll see the price per tablet for each option above, in ringgit by default or another currency you choose. Bigger packs work out cheaper per tablet. Pay with Bitcoin or Ethereum and you get an extra 10% off.
What side effects should I know about with Keflex?
The ones people notice most with cephalexin are diarrhoea and nausea. Some people also get rash and vaginal discharge. Rarer but serious: anaphylaxis and severe skin reactions. These need urgent medical help.
How fast does Keflex work?
Cephalexin usually kicks in within 1 hour, and the effect tends to last around 6 to 8 hours. Timing varies from one person to the next.
Which medicines don't mix with Keflex?
Cephalexin can interact with probenecid. Before you start Keflex, let your doctor or pharmacist know everything else you take.
Is there another brand of cephalexin?
You may also see cephalexin sold as Keforal.
Do I need a prescription to order Keflex here?
No, not online. MayChemist doesn't ask for a prescription to order Keflex. We're an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy: we place your order and arrange the delivery for you.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I get Keflex delivered in Malaysia?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners send it from India to Malaysia in plain, discreet packaging. Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week; Standard Airmail can take up to 3 weeks.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Keflex is the originator brand name, made by Eli Lilly. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Eli Lilly and do not ship the original Keflex.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Cephalexin) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- Inactive ingredients, tablet appearance and packaging can differ from the original brand; the active ingredient and dose are the same.