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Cephalexin

Keflex, Daxbia, Keftab

Generally Safe While Breastfeeding

Cephalexin is generally considered safe for use during breastfeeding. It produces low levels in milk and is not expected to cause adverse effects in most breastfed infants.

Prescription · Source: NIH LactMed®, Nov 2024

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