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Itchy skin two hours after taking cephalexin for a probable uti.. does this mean i'm allergic and should stop straight away? seems like so many medications make me. itchy. also noticed dizziness, anxiety and anger?

Q: itchy skin two hours after taking cephalexin for a probable uti.. does this mean i'm allergic and should stop straight away? seems like so many medications make me. itchy. also noticed dizziness, anxiety and anger?

: Yes you are possibly allergic to it- so stop and call your doc. Try drinking water. Dizziness can occur as a side effect but anger and anxiety are probably related to your getting upset at the symptoms. Hope you feel better

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Yes you are possibly allergic to it- so stop and call your doc. Try drinking water. Dizziness can occur as a side effect but anger and anxiety are probably related to your getting upset at the symptoms. Hope you feel better

Answered 7/7/2023

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A member asked:

Itchy skin two hours after taking cephalexin for a probable uti.. does this mean i'm allergic and should stop straight away? seems like so many medications make me. itchy. also noticed dizziness, anxiety and anger?

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