{"id":15290,"date":"2020-09-15T15:27:32","date_gmt":"2020-09-15T19:27:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/?post_type=mpl_medication&p=15290"},"modified":"2025-07-30T15:23:13","modified_gmt":"2025-07-30T19:23:13","slug":"cephalexin-keflex","status":"publish","type":"mpl_medication","link":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/medications\/cephalexin-keflex\/","title":{"rendered":"cephalexin (Keflex)"},"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"template":"","acf":{"show_age_gate":false,"heading":"Get a prescription for cephalexin (Keflex\u00ae) online in Canada","med_name":"cephalexin (Keflex)","first_paragraph":"

Select your symptoms within the Maple app so the doctor can evaluate your symptoms and condition. Enter as much information as possible so that the doctor can make a thorough assessment.<\/p>\n","symptom":"skin infection","diagnosis":"Cellulitis","prescription":"Cephalexin","dosage":"500mg 4x per day","provider_pic":{"ID":14365,"id":14365,"title":"male_dr","filename":"male_dr.jpg","filesize":14591,"url":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/male_dr.jpg","link":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/medications\/male_dr\/","alt":"Headshot of a male doctor who takes online consultations","author":"14","description":"","caption":"","name":"male_dr","status":"inherit","uploaded_to":6227,"date":"2020-08-24 18:57:27","modified":"2022-01-07 16:28:06","menu_order":0,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg","type":"image","subtype":"jpeg","icon":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/wp-includes\/images\/media\/default.png","width":200,"height":200,"sizes":{"thumbnail":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/male_dr-150x150.jpg","thumbnail-width":150,"thumbnail-height":150,"medium":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/male_dr.jpg","medium-width":200,"medium-height":200,"medium_large":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/male_dr.jpg","medium_large-width":200,"medium_large-height":200,"large":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/male_dr.jpg","large-width":200,"large-height":200,"1536x1536":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/male_dr.jpg","1536x1536-width":200,"1536x1536-height":200,"2048x2048":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/male_dr.jpg","2048x2048-width":200,"2048x2048-height":200,"square1200":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/male_dr.jpg","square1200-width":200,"square1200-height":200,"square600":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/male_dr.jpg","square600-width":200,"square600-height":200,"square300":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/male_dr.jpg","square300-width":200,"square300-height":200,"square200":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/male_dr.jpg","square200-width":200,"square200-height":200,"square100":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/male_dr-100x100.jpg","square100-width":100,"square100-height":100,"feature1200":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/male_dr.jpg","feature1200-width":200,"feature1200-height":200,"feature1100":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/male_dr.jpg","feature1100-width":200,"feature1100-height":200,"feature800":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/male_dr.jpg","feature800-width":200,"feature800-height":200,"feature400":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/male_dr-200x200.jpg","feature400-width":200,"feature400-height":200,"facebook1200":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/male_dr.jpg","facebook1200-width":200,"facebook1200-height":200,"medium_retina":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/male_dr.jpg","medium_retina-width":200,"medium_retina-height":200,"large_retina":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/male_dr.jpg","large_retina-width":200,"large_retina-height":200}},"provider_name":"Dr. Bruce Gibbons","provider_short_name":"Dr. Gibbons","patient_name":"Sam","accordion":[{"accordion_title":"Do I need a prescription for cephalexin (Keflex)?","accordion_intro":"

Yes, cephalexin (Keflex) is a prescription-only medication in Canada and cannot be purchased over the counter. A licensed healthcare provider must authorize its use after a consultation.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"accordion_title":"How can I get a cephalexin (Keflex) prescription online?","accordion_intro":"

Maple makes it effortless to connect with a Canadian-licensed healthcare provider online within minutes. Following a consultation, the provider can issue a prescription for cephalexin (Keflex) at their discretion, which can be sent to your local pharmacy.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"accordion_title":"What is cephalexin (Keflex) and how does it work?","accordion_intro":"

Cephalexin (Keflex) is an antibiotic used for certain bacterial infections. It works by interfering with the bacteria’s ability to build cell walls \u2014 a process which either stops their growth or kills them.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"accordion_title":"What types of infections is cephalexin (Keflex) used for?","accordion_intro":"

Healthcare providers may prescribe cephalexin (Keflex) for various bacterial infections. These can include infections of the skin, ears, bones, and urinary tract.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"accordion_title":"What is a typical dose and duration for cephalexin (Keflex)?","accordion_intro":"

A typical adult dose is taken orally every six to 12 hours for seven to 14 days, but this can vary. Your healthcare provider will determine the right dosage and treatment length for you, at their discretion.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"accordion_title":"What are the common side effects of cephalexin (Keflex)?","accordion_intro":"

Common side effects can include nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, and stomach pain. You should always discuss potential side effects with your healthcare provider before starting any new medication.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"}],"hero_subcopy":"Connect with a Canadian-licensed healthcare provider to see if cephalexin (Keflex\u00ae) may be right for you.","why_h2":"Talk to a doctor online about a cephalexin prescription","why_subcopy":"Speak with a Canadian-licensed provider today. If appropriate, they may issue a cephalexin prescription online at their discretion.","benefit1_h3":"Same-day local pharmacy pickup","benefit1_copy":"After your consultation, if cephalexin is prescribed, your prescription can be sent to the pharmacy of your choice for same-day pick-up or delivered to your home.","benefit2_h3":"Fast, free delivery","benefit2_copy":"If prescribed, your cephalexin medication can arrive at your door anywhere in Canada within 1\u20133 business days.","benefit3_h3":"Less waiting, more convenience","benefit3_copy":"Maple members enjoy 24\/7 virtual healthcare in Canada, family-wide coverage, and an $80 monthly credit toward specialist visits.","reviews_h2":"Why Canadians love Maple","review_1":"

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All the walk-in clinics are booked in my city for days. Can\u2019t even get a phone consultation. Signed up and communicated with a doctor almost immediately. Within an hour I had a prescription waiting at my local pharmacy. Great service.<\/blockquote>
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This app was very quick and helpful to me in getting the prescription that I needed… Doctors are professional and helpful, no wait time and sent prescription right to my pharmacy!<\/blockquote>
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Signed up at 12:08 pm. Needed to get a prescription for an ongoing medical situation and my family doc was booked up. Had my prescription faxed to the pharmacy by 12:43 pm… Incredible.<\/blockquote>
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What an amazing experience! It took me 30 mins to get everything sorted and get my prescription sent to the pharmacy! Amazing!!<\/blockquote>
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For a simple\u00a0prescription<\/em>\u00a0refill, this app was fantastic. Fast, efficient, and the Dr. was incredibly helpful. I’d pick this method vs going in person any day.<\/blockquote>
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