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I have a prescription that was given to me for keflex by my dr. ive never taken this brand before and i was looking at the ingredients. its listed that ammonia is in it. is that a common thing in pills? the pill is light green 219?

Q: i have a prescription that was given to me for keflex by my dr. ive never taken this brand before and i was looking at the ingredients. its listed that ammonia is in it. is that a common thing in pills? the pill is light green 219?

: Cephalexin (Keflex) is a very safe and highly effective antibiotic with few side effects. The ammonia business means nothing. Take it as directed, or call your doctor if you remain concerned.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Cephalexin (Keflex) is a very safe and highly effective antibiotic with few side effects. The ammonia business means nothing. Take it as directed, or call your doctor if you remain concerned.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 2/8/2023

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A member asked:

I have a prescription that was given to me for keflex by my dr. ive never taken this brand before and i was looking at the ingredients. its listed that ammonia is in it. is that a common thing in pills? the pill is light green 219?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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