A member asked:

Er doctor prescribed me keflex for possible mastitis and uti knowing i'm allergic to penicillin. i am on day 3 and have an itchy rash on arms and legs?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Possibly allergic: Cephalexin (Keflex) and related antibiotics (the cephalosporin group) are chemically similar to penicillinl. Although penicillin allergic persons usually can take them without problem, occasional cross reactions occur -- i.e. you may be allergic to the cephalexin. Check with the doctor who prescribed it.

Answered 5/30/2017

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