Bio-Cef and Estradiol (Topical)

• Generic Name: cephalexin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Daxbia, Keflex, Panixine DisperDose

Cephalexin is used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. It belongs to the class of medicines known as cephalosporin antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: estradiol topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Estrace Vaginal, Estring, Vagifem, Yuvafem, Imvexxy

Estradiol is a form of estrogen, a female sex hormone that regulates many processes in the body.

Some estradiol products placed directly into the vagina are used for "local" treatment of vaginal menopause symptoms (such as dryness, burning, and irritation). Other vaginal estradiol products are used for treating vaginal menopause symptoms and symptoms that affect other parts of the body (such as hot flashes). This type of vaginal estradiol has "systemic" effects, meaning that it can affect parts of the body other than where the medicine is directly applied.

This medication guide provides information about estradiol vaginal for local treatment of vaginal symptoms of menopause (such as dryness, itching, irritation, and pain during sexual intercourse).

Estradiol vaginal (local) may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.