Multivitamins/Minerals: May decrease the serum concentration of Cephalexin. Specifically, the zinc contained in many multivitamins may decrease cephalexin absorption. Management: Consider administering multivitamins at least 3 hours after cephalexin.
Zinc Salts: May decrease the absorption of Cephalexin. Management: Consider administering oral zinc salts at least 3 hours after cephalexin.
Distribution: Widely into most body tissues and fluids, including gallbladder, liver, kidneys, bone, sputum, bile, and pleural and synovial fluids; CSF penetration is poor