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I am sure i have a uti can't go to the doctor right now i have keflex at home should i take it ?
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Could work: Keflex isn't always the first choice for an uncomplicated uti, but it's certainly not a wrong choice. Make sure you have enough for a full week course. The problem with self treatment is that you won't have a urine culture that will tell you for sure if the bacteria you have is definitely sensitive to the antibiotics you are taking. If you don't feel better in 48 hours, see a doctor.
Answered 9/28/2016
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You may..: And it may or may not be effective. If effective you should be without any symptoms in three full days and then simply finish a five day course. Assume the Keflex dose is 250mg or 500mg. If so take three times daily for 5 days. If no change after three days see your doctor. Keep in mind that treatment with Keflex will probably negatively affect any urine culture you need.
Answered 6/26/2014
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