Fluclox 500mg Capsule
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Product introduction
Fluclox 500mg Capsule is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the throat, ear, nasal sinuses, respiratory tract, skin, and soft tissue, bones and joints, and blood.
Fluclox 500mg Capsule is a penicillin-type of antibiotic, which mainly fights and stops the growth of the gram-positive type of bacteria. It is best taken on an empty stomach. This will make the medicine more effective. Take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or penicillin-type of medicine.
Some of the common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bloating, and indigestion. These are temporary and usually resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctor’s supervision.
Fluclox 500mg Capsule is a penicillin-type of antibiotic, which mainly fights and stops the growth of the gram-positive type of bacteria. It is best taken on an empty stomach. This will make the medicine more effective. Take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or penicillin-type of medicine.
Some of the common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bloating, and indigestion. These are temporary and usually resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctor’s supervision.
Uses of Fluclox Capsule
Benefits of Fluclox Capsule
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Fluclox 500mg Capsule is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. It kills the bacteria causing the infection and treats your infection. It usually makes you feel better quite quickly. You must continue the treatment as prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
Side effects of Fluclox Capsule
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Fluclox
- Bloating
- Indigestion
- Gastrointestinal disturbance
How to use Fluclox Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Fluclox 500mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.
How Fluclox Capsule works
Fluclox 500mg Capsule is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming their own protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive. This treats your infection.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Fluclox 500mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fluclox 500mg Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Fluclox 500mg Capsule should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
SAFE
Fluclox 500mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Fluclox 500mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Fluclox 500mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Fluclox 500mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fluclox 500mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Fluclox Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Fluclox 500mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Fluclox 500mg Capsule for the treatment of bacterial infections.
- Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Penicillins {Antibiotic analog of cloxacillin}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cell wall active agent- Penicillinase resistant Penicillin
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- PubChem. Flucloxacillin Sodium. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- The National Health Service. Flucloxacillin. [Accessed 22 Aug. 2020]. (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
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