CEPHALEXIN
September 26, 2007 by Admin · Leave a Comment · 
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(sef-a-lex’in)
Cefanex, Ceporex_A, Keflet, Keflex, Keftab, Novolexin_A
Classifications: antiinfective; antibiotic; first-generation cephalosporin
Prototype: Cefazolin
Pregnancy Category: B
NURSING IMPLICATIONS
Assessment & Drug Effects
- Determine history of hypersensitivity reactions to cephalosporins and penicillin and history of other drug allergies before therapy is initiated.
- Lab tests: Evaluate renal and hepatic function periodically in patients receiving prolonged therapy.
- Monitor for manifestations of hypersensitivity (see Signs & Symptoms, Appendix F). Discontinue drug and report their appearance promptly.
Patient & Family Education
- Take medication for the full course of therapy as directed by physician.
- Keep physician informed if adverse reactions appear.
- Be alert to S&S of superinfections (see Appendix F). These symptoms should be reported promptly and appropriate therapy instituted.
- Do not breast feed while taking this drug.
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