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Description
Fluxacin Suspension 100ml contains flucloxacillin, an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections.
Primary Medical Uses:
– Treatment of infections caused by penicillin-sensitive bacteria such as 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 inhibits the synthesis of bacterial cell walls, leading to bacterial cell death.
Common Forms:
– Oral suspension (liquid form), 100 ml bottle.
Dosage Instructions:
– Dosage varies depending on age, weight, and severity of infection.
– For children, dosage is typically calculated based on body weight (mg/kg/day) divided into doses every 6 to 8 hours.
– For adults, depending on the infection, doses range from 250 mg to 1 g every 6 hours.
– The suspension should be measured accurately using a dosing spoon or syringe.
Side Effects, Contraindications, or Interactions:
– Common side effects include gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and allergic reactions such as rash.
– Serious allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, are rare but require immediate medical attention.
– Contraindicated in patients allergic to flucloxacillin, penicillin, or other beta-lactam antibiotics.
– Caution is advised in patients with liver impairment.
– Complete the full course of treatment as prescribed to avoid resistance.
– Consult healthcare providers regarding potential drug interactions before use.
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