keflex

Frequently asked questions

What does Keflex treat?

Keflex (Cephalexin) may be used to treat human bites, infectious bone diseases, escherichia coli infections, haemophilus infections, klebsiella infections, otitis media, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.

How does Keflex work?

Keflex is a cephalosporin antibacterial. Cephalosporins kill bacteria by blocking the proteins they use to build their cell walls. Without an intact wall, the bacterium cannot hold its shape and dies, which clears the infection.

How much does Keflex cost?

Nobody can tell you what you will pay — your price is set by your insurer's formulary, your deductible and the pharmacy's markup, and none of those are published. What IS published is what the pharmacy paid to acquire it: about $0.10 per ml, per the CMS NADAC survey. Treat that as the floor, not the quote — ask the pharmacist for the cash price as well as your copay, because for cheap generics the cash price often wins.

Is there a coupon or discount for Keflex?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Keflex. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.

Who makes Keflex?

Keflex is marketed by Pragma. You can see Pragma's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Keflex a brand-name or generic drug?

Keflex is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Cephalexin. Lower-cost generic equivalents containing Cephalexin are available — ask your pharmacist.

Is Keflex available over the counter?

No. Keflex is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.

What forms does Keflex come in?

Keflex is currently marketed as capsule, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

What class of drug is Keflex?

Keflex is classified as cephalosporin antibacterial, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.

Is Keflex FDA-registered?

Keflex is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA050405. You can verify this on its official FDA label.