Keftab
Cephalexin tablets in five strengths from 125mg to 750mg, used for bacterial infection. It disrupts the cross-linking of the bacterial cell wall.
- Category
- Antibiotics
- Active ingredient
- Cephalexin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 125 · 250 · 375 · 500 · 750mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Keftab on your behalf.
- Condition
- Bacterial Infection
- Alternative names
- Keflex
- Therapeutic class
- Cephalosporin Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
- Cephalosporin
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to cephalosporins
- Precautions and warnings
- finish full course; inform your doctor if rash develops
- Minor side effects
- diarrhoea; nausea
- Moderate side effects
- rash; genital itching
- Serious side effects
- severe allergic reaction, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Eli Lilly
- Onset time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 6–8 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature.
- Drug interactions
- probenecid
- Age restrictions
- Suitable for all age groups under medical supervision.
Patient summary
Cephalexin tablets in five strengths from 125mg to 750mg, used for bacterial infection. It disrupts the cross-linking of the bacterial cell wall.
Mechanism of action
This medicine acts by disrupting the cross-linking of bacterial cell wall structures. This inhibits the bacteria's growth and leads to its eventual death.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Suitability during pregnancy depends on the specific medicine and individual circumstances. Confirm with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use. Breastfeeding: Small amounts pass into breast milk; continue with caution.
Keftab contains cephalexin, an antibiotic medication used to treat bacterial infection. The same active ingredient is widely recognised under the brand name Keflex. The treatment is supplied as a tablet with available strengths of 125mg, 250mg, 375mg, 500mg and 750mg.
Buying Keftab online
Generic cephalexin, much of it produced in India, is far more affordable than the original brand. This provides a practical option for expats and those living far from a local medical source. Note that this treatment is best used under a doctor’s care.
Is Keftab the original brand?
Yes, Keftab is the originator brand name, made by Eli Lilly. Yasabai uses it to identify the medicine; what you receive is a generic with the same active ingredient (cephalexin) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
How is Keftab priced?
It depends on the strength and pack. Keftab comes in 125, 250, 375, 500 and 750mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 270 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
Is Keftab sold under other names?
On Yasabai the same ingredient comes as Keflex.
What conditions is Keftab used for?
Keftab contains cephalexin, used for bacterial infections. Cephalexin acts by disrupting the cross-linking of bacterial cell wall structures.
How quickly does Keftab work?
Cephalexin usually starts to work within 1 to 2 hours, and its effect lasts about 6 to 8 hours. The exact timing differs between people.
What are the side effects of Keftab?
The common side effects of cephalexin are diarrhoea and nausea. Less common ones include rash and genital itching. Serious but less common side effects include severe allergic reaction, which needs urgent medical attention.
What does Keftab interact with?
Cephalexin can interact with probenecid. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Keftab.
Do I need a prescription to buy Keftab in Thailand?
No. In Thailand cephalexin is sold by pharmacists without a prescription, and Yasabai does not ask for one either. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I get Keftab delivered in Thailand?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Keftab is the originator brand name, made by Eli Lilly. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Eli Lilly and do not ship the original Keftab.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Cephalexin) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.