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Side effects from cephalexin ?

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Dr. Martin Raffanswered

Infectious Disease 58 years experience

Few: Aside from allergic reactions which are few, occasional GI upset, Cephalexin has very few side-effects.

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Dr. Martin Raffanswered

Infectious Disease 58 years experience

Few: Aside from allergic reactions which are few, occasional GI upset, Cephalexin has very few side-effects.

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