FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM belongs to a class of medicines called 'antibiotics' used to treat various bacterial infections such as skin infections, soft tissue infections, respiratory tract infections, ear infections, bone infections, bone marrow infections, intestinal tract infections, urinary tract infections, meningitis, and septicaemia. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grows in the body and causes infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly.
FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM contains 'Flucloxacillin sodium' that works by preventing the cell wall formation of the bacteria which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM kills the bacteria and effectively treats various bacterial infections.
Take FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM as prescribed. Your doctor will advise the duration based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience minor gastrointestinal disturbances such as diarrhoea, nausea & vomiting. Most of these side effects of FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you have had an allergic reaction to penicillin, flucloxacillin sodium or any other medicines in the past, if you have liver or kidney problems, if you have recently had or are about to have any vaccinations, please tell your doctor. Consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is important to inform the healthcare professional if you're taking any other medicines, including herbal remedies, vitamins, or supplements.
Bacterial infections
FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM contains “Flucloxacillin sodium” that belongs to a group of antibiotics called penicillins. It treats various bacterial infections such as skin, soft tissue infections, respiratory tract infections, bone, bone marrow infections, intestinal tract infections, urinary tract infections, ear infections, meningitis, and septicaemia. FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM works by preventing the cell wall formation of the bacteria which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM kills the bacteria and effectively treats various bacterial infections.
If you have had an allergic reaction to penicillin, flucloxacillin sodium or any other medicines in the past, if you have liver or kidney problems, if you have recently had or are about to have any vaccinations, please tell your doctor. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is important to inform the healthcare professional if you're taking any other medicines, including herbal remedies, vitamins, or supplements.
Drug-Drug Interactions: FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM may interact with chemotherapy drugs (e.g. methotrexate), medicines used to prevent blood clotting (e.g. warfarin), and other antibiotic medications.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interactions: If you have kidney or liver problems any other major illness, inform your doctor before taking FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM.
No interactions were found. However, As a precautionary measure, you are recommended not to consume alcohol along with FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Please consult the doctor before taking FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM if you are pregnant. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM.
Please consult the doctor before taking FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM.
FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM has no or negligible influence on driving or using machines.
If you have a history or evidence of any liver-related diseases, consult the doctor before taking FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM.
If you have a history or evidence of any kidney-related diseases, consult the doctor before taking FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM.
FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor.
Bacterial infection: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect the body. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fevers, chills, and fatigue. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.