Cephalexin

Dosing: Adult Antimicrobial Dosing, Non-dialysis

Indication >30 mL/min 15-29 mL/min <15 mL/min
Most Indications 500 mg PO QID or 1000 mg PO TID 250-500 mg PO TID 250-500 mg PO BID
Uncomplicated Cystitis or Streptococcal Pharyngitis 500 mg PO BID 250 mg PO BID 250 mg PO daily

Dosing: Antimicrobial Dosing in Intermittent & Continuous Hemodialysis

Indication

Intermittent Hemodialysis

Continuous Hemodialysis
Most Indications 250 mg PO BID No data
Uncomplicated Cystitis or Streptococcal Pharyngitis 250 mg PO daily No data

Dialysis Notes

Intermittent HD assumes high-flux hemodialysis. CRRT assumes CVVHD with ultrafiltration rate 2L/h and residual native GFR < 10 mL/min.  For detailed view of dialysis dosing and evidence, see Dosing in Hemodialysis document.

References: