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Now accepting insuranceHSA & FSA accepted; best-value for top quality careSame-day mental health, weight loss, and primary care appointments availableNow accepting insuranceCephalexin is an antibiotic prescription medication used for the treatment of infections. These infections include bladder infections, kidney infections, ear infections, sinus infections, throat infections, skin and soft tissue infections, and infections of the airway, including your lungs and chest.
Want to get cephalexin prescription online? Find a licensed provider on Klarity Health and get a cephalexin prescription online within 24 hours if it’s medically appropriate for you.
*Providers on Klarity Health are independent practitioners with clinical autonomy; a diagnosis, treatment, or prescription is not guaranteed.
*Providers on Klarity Health are independent practitioners with clinical autonomy; a diagnosis, treatment, or prescription is not guaranteed.
You’re unique. And your needs are too. You deserve online bacterial infection treatment from a provider committed to you. That’s why you can find a bacterial infection treatment specialist on Klarity Health and access:
From an experienced, board-certified healthcare professional.
or in-person through treatment tailored to you**
Your information is private, secure, and 100% HIPAA compliant.
*Your provider will discuss treatment options with you, which may or may not include medication.
Klarity Health connects you with experienced, licensed providers who specialize in bacterial infections. Select your state to see available providers.
With Klarity Health, getting a cephalexin prescription online is fast, simple, and convenient. You can simply connect with a board-certified healthcare provider from your own home and receive a cephalexin prescription in as little as 24 hours if the provider finds it’s medically appropriate for you.* Here’s how it works:
Cephalexin is a prescription-only antibiotic medication, meaning it’s not legally available over the counter in the U.S. and you can only get it with a prescription from a healthcare provider. The Klarity Health platform connects you with board-certified healthcare providers who follow clinical guidelines to make sure cephalexin is used safely.
Your licensed healthcare provider can recommend an alternative medication or treatment if cephalexin isn’t right for your symptoms or medical situation. Online platforms like Klarity Health help provide you with easy access to trusted antibiotic medications without the need to leave your home.
According to Drugs.com, with their discount, cephalexin costs:
Oral capsules
| Strength | Quantity | Cost per unit | Total cost |
| 250 milligrams | 10 capsules | $1.18 | $11.78 |
| 250 milligrams | 100 capsules | $0.26 to $0.28 | $25.60 to $27.78 |
| 250 milligrams | 500 capsules | $0.20 | $98.91 |
| 500 milligrams | 10 capsules | $1.38 | $13.75 |
| 500 milligrams | 100 capsules | $0.42 to $0.48 | $41.55 to $47.50 |
| 500 milligrams | 500 capsules | $0.17 to $0.40 | $88.35 to $197.52 |
| 750 milligrams | 20 capsules | $2.75 | $54.91 |
| 750 milligrams | 50 capsules | $2.45 | $122.27 |
Oral powder for reconstitution
| Strength | Quantity | Cost per unit | Total cost |
| 125 milligrams/5 milliliters | 100 milliliters | $0.26 | $25.75 |
| 125 milligrams/5 milliliters | 200 milliliters | $0.19 to $0.21 | $37.93 to $41.50 |
| 250 milligrams/5 milliliters | 100 milliliters | $0.18 | $18.19 |
| 250 milligrams/5 milliliters | 200 milliliters | $0.13 | $18.19 |
Oral tablets
| Strength | Quantity | Cost per unit | Total cost |
| 250 milligrams | 100 tablets | $3.29 | $329.17 to $329.19 |
| 500 milligrams | 100 tablets | $6.37 | $637.24 |
You can save on cephalexin prescriptions, with or without insurance, by using discount cards from providers like Drugs.com, GoodRx, SingleCareRx, WellRx, and more.
Cephalexin is one of several antibiotics approved and used to treat infections. Here’s how cephalexin compares to similar medications:
| Medication features | Cephalexin | Ciprofloxacin | Levofloxacin | Amoxicillin |
| Primary use | Treats bacterial infections | Treats various infections | Treats bacterial infections | Treats bacterial infections |
| Onset of effect | Moderate (within 60 minutes) | Slow (within 1 to 2 hours) | Fast (within 15 to 30 minutes) | Fast (within 30 minutes) |
| Duration | About 6 to 8 hours | Up to 24 hours | Up to 24 hours | About 6 to 8 hours |
| Risk of dependence | No risk of abuse or dependence | No risk of abuse or dependence | No risk of abuse or dependence | No risk of abuse or dependence |
| Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, heartburn, extreme tiredness | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, heartburn, unusual tiredness | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, heartburn, constipation | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea |
| Medication interactions | 54 medication interactions; moderate risk of medication interactions | 716 medication interactions; high risk of medication interactions | 525 medication interactions; high risk of medication interactions | 58 medication interactions; moderate risk of medication interactions |
| Alcohol interactions | You can drink alcohol with this medication | You can drink alcohol with this medication | You can drink alcohol with this medication | You can drink alcohol with this medication |
| Withdrawal risk | No risk of withdrawal | No risk of withdrawal | No risk of withdrawal | No risk of withdrawal |
To find out if cephalexin is right for you, connect with a board-certified healthcare provider on Klarity Health. Your licensed healthcare provider can evaluate your medical condition and determine if an antibiotic like cephalexin is medically appropriate for you and your symptoms.
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*Appointments are generally available within 24 hours. Free initial consultations are available only with select providers. Prescriptions, particularly for controlled substances, may require an in-person evaluation depending on the state of residence and current federal regulations.
The information provided in this article is for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional with any questions or concerns you have regarding your health. Providers on Klarity Health are independent practitioners with clinical autonomy. Nothing in this article is intended to diagnose or treat any condition, including guaranteeing prescription medication of any kind or dosage. Not all providers on Klarity Health prescribe all medications, particularly medications that are controlled substances.