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Description
Fluxacin Caps 500mg contain flucloxacillin, an antibiotic used for treating bacterial infections.
Primary Medical Uses:
– Treatment of infections caused by penicillin-sensitive bacteria, including skin and soft tissue infections, bone infections, respiratory tract infections, and wound infections.
Drug Class or Type:
– Beta-lactam antibiotic, penicillin class.
General Mechanism of Action:
– Flucloxacillin works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, which leads to bacterial cell death.
Common Forms:
– Capsules, 500 mg strength.
Dosage Instructions:
– Dosage depends on the severity and type of infection and individual patient factors.
– Typical adult dose ranges from 250 mg to 1 g every 6 hours.
– Capsules should be taken on an empty stomach, about 30 minutes before meals, to enhance absorption.
Side Effects, Contraindications, or Interactions:
– Common side effects include gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and allergic reactions like rash or itching.
– Serious allergic reactions such as anaphylaxis are rare but require urgent medical attention.
– Contraindicated in individuals with known hypersensitivity to flucloxacillin, penicillins, or other beta-lactam antibiotics.
– Use with caution in patients with liver disease.
– Potential interactions with other medications should be reviewed by a healthcare provider prior to use.
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