How to Pronounce Cefalexin (Keflex)

sef-a-LEX-in
IPA: /sɛf.æ.ˈlɛks.ɪn/
Brand name: Keflex
sef a LEX in
Cefalexin is pronounced sef-a-LEX-in

How do you pronounce Cefalexin?

Cefalexin is pronounced “sef-a-LEX-in”. It has 4 syllables: sef ‑ a ‑ lex ‑ in. The stress falls on the third syllable, “lex”.

How many syllables are in Cefalexin?

Cefalexin has 4 syllables: sef ‑ a ‑ lex ‑ in.

What does Cefalexin mean?

Skin/soft tissue, UTI

Word Parts

prefix cef- cephalosporin antibiotic

Common Mispronunciations

Stress falls on syllable 3 (LEX) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable

Where You'll Encounter This

Skin/soft tissue, UTI. Beta-lactam antibiotic. Generations vary in spectrum of coverage.

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