Is Cephalexin Safe for Kidneys?

This drug is substantially excreted by the kidney, and the risk of toxic reactions to this drug may be greater in patients with impaired renal function. Because elderly patients are more likely to have decreased renal function, care should be taken in dose selection [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].

Is cephalexin bad for kidneys?

This drug is substantially excreted by the kidney, and the risk of toxic reactions to this drug may be greater in patients with impaired renal function. Because elderly patients are more likely to have decreased renal function, care should be taken in dose selection [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].

Is cephalexin a good antibiotic for kidney infection?

Cephalexin has an average rating of 5.6 out of 10 from a total of 36 ratings for the treatment of Kidney Infections. 39% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 31% reported a negative effect.