Cephalexin : Oral Antibiotic

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Active Ingredients:
250 mg, 333 mg, 500 mg, or 750 mg of Cephalexin.

Inactive Ingredients:
Cellulose, D & C Yellow No. 10, F D & C Blue No. 1, F D & C Yellow No. 6, gelatin, magnesium stearate, silicone, titanium dioxide.

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May 7, 2008

Cons:

This product is for bacterial infections, not acne!!!

I can't believe you people are taking this antibiotic for acne! I almost lost both of my hands due to a minor skin infection because there are so many resistant strains of bacteria. Bacterial resistance is a direct result of antibiotics being used for nonbacterial infections. People are having limbs amputated and dying because bacteria don't respond to antibiotics anymore. Please, stop using this product for acne.
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April 1, 2008

Pros:

Definitely helped clear my mild blemishes up. Keeps my skin clear and soft.

Cons:

Causes some horrible stomach aches every now and then.

Worth a try. I've read the reviews and it doesn't work for everyone. I have used Cephalexin multiple times and it has worked for me each time. I take it three times a day, and it took about 2 weeks for me to see a BIG difference. Even though it does cause some stomach cramping, I still think it is worth it.
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March 31, 2008

Pros:

I take a 500 mg capsule two times a day. In the six months I've taken Cephalexin, I haven't noticed a huge difference.

Cons:

For six months, I have had spontaneous bouts of nausea -- and my skin hasn't really cleared up that much.

Eh, try it. It might work for you. It might not.
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March 16, 2008

Pros:

My face is starting to clear up even though I have only been using it for 3 days.

Cons:

Stinks horribly and can barely with stand the smell.

Would recommend this to any one that has acne.
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March 8, 2008

Pros:

Easy and effective

Cons:

none

Had this prescribed after a septoplasty, and did some research after my skin began to clear up. Had mild acne and was almost completly clear in 5 days. Now I just need to check on long term side effects.
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January 25, 2008

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i was on it when i had a staph infection and my skin seemed really clear. & i'm back on it now for acne... i really hope it works & stays working!

im not sure yet.. ill update again.. i really hope Cephalexin works for me!! I head taking b5 and zinc pills help too??? advice anyone?????
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January 8, 2008

Pros:

Cheap and it WORKS!!! Just as good as Minocycline.
If minocycline doesn't work for you try this one!

Cons:

May cause stomach aches and bad diarrhea.

The brand name is called Duricef. I love this antibiotic! It works! I've been using it for 2 months and I'm pretty clear!
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October 3, 2007

Pros:

I didn't have any side effects.

Cons:

It is stinky, but I can put up with it!

I have been on this for 2 weeks, and I've seen quite an improvement. I have also been using Klaron (topical) for 1 week, for which I think the combination has been very effective. Only a couple big ones, and they seem to go away within a couple of days. I would definitely recommend the Klaron, too. But, I had to ask my doctor for it. I had read so many good reviews so I'm glad I gave it a try!!
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September 4, 2007

Pros:

Cheap and easy to use. Clearing up some of my pimples and skin seems less oily.

Cons:

Still have alot of cystic acne. Upset stomach, headache, and fatigue.

Needs to be used consistently and for a little while longer before I can give a better opinion!
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August 11, 2007

Pros:

I didn't have any side effects like diarrhea or yeast infections, both possibilities with this drug, since I used probiotics and ate yogurt daily. Cheap with my insurance - I only paid $1.15 for 30 day supply.

Cons:

Did nothing for my moderate, non-cystic breakouts. I used for 6 weeks.

It didn't work for me, but if you aren't having success with other antibiotics give it a try since there aren't any side effect if you use with probiotics.
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