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I was rx cephalexin 500mg (every 6 hrs). do i need to wake up to adhere strictly to every 6 hrs or can i spread 4 dosages within my waking hours?
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Yes, can spread it!: It doesn't have to be exactly every 6 hours.
Answered 2/1/2015
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