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"df" <defranc...@Yahoo.com> wrote:
> I notice that my bottle of Keflex 500mg capsules smells like rotten
> eggs. The bottle was only filled last week. Is this normal?
>>Apparently. I remember smelling that when I was taking it. I think
sulfur is part of whatever Keflex is made of. <<
COMMENT:
Indeed. All the antibiotics in the penicillin and cephalosporin class
(of which Keflex/cephalexin is one) have the beta-lactam ring nucleus,
which contains a sulfur atom. Breakdown products and impurities, even
in new and well manufactured pills, lead to that sulfury smell. It's
especially apparent in tablets (ie Pen VK) and capsules (like your
Keflex), and not so bad in the film coated more-expensive members of
the class like Ceftin (though you can still detect it in cut pills). So
you'll smell a trace of sulfur in the drug itself, and if not, you'll
certainly smell it after it's passed through your gut.
What else can I help you with?
Which is a quantitative observation 15 m long red color rough texture or strong odor?
Strong odor
Is broccoli bad if it has a strong odor?
No
Is strong odor a characteristic of metal?
No the opposite. It is a characteristic of metals that they have very little or no odor.
Should you take keflex I am very allergic to sulfur?
Keflex is not a sulpha drug.
What is a strong odor called?
A strong odor is often referred to as a "pungent" smell. This term describes scents that are sharp and intense, typically evoking a strong reaction. Other synonyms include "acrid," "potent," or "foul," depending on the context and the nature of the odor.
How do you use odor in a sentence?
One example would be : The odor of the skunk was very putrid.
An element that gives off a strong odor?
Sulfur is an element that gives off a strong odor, often described as resembling rotten eggs.
Is ammonia odourless?
No, ammonia is not considered odorless. It is known for having a pungent, distinct odor that is often described as strong and sharp.
Does uncooked cabbage have a strong odor?
Uncooked cabbage has a mild odor, which becomes stronger as it is cooked.
Does bromine have an odor?
Yes it does have. Its odor is quite similar to Chlorine (chocking odor)
What is paradichlorobenzene odor?
Paradichlorobenzene has a strong, sweetish odor that is often compared to mothballs. It is commonly used as a deodorizer and insect repellent, but prolonged exposure to high levels of paradichlorobenzene can be harmful to human health.
Does fresh ham butt have an odor?
Fresh ham butt should not have a strong or unpleasant odor. It should have a mild, meaty smell. If it has a strong or foul odor, it may indicate that the meat is no longer fresh and should not be consumed.
