Flucloxa Dosage & Drug Information

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Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Flucloxacillin

Indications/Uses

Infections due to gram-positive organisms including infections caused by β-lactamase-producing Staphylococci; resp tract infections (eg, pneumonia, lung abscess, empyema, sinusitis, pharyngitis, tonsillitis), skin & soft tissue infections (eg, boils, abscesses, carbuncles, furunculosis, infected skin conditions; osteomyelitis, enteritis, endocarditis, UTI, meningitis, septicaemia. Prophylactic agent during major surgical procedures eg, cardiothoracic & orthopedic surgery.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult (including elderly) 250 mg qds, may be increased in severe infections. Osteomyelitis, endocarditis Up to 8 g daily in divided doses 6-8 hrly. Childn 2-10 yr ½ of adult dose, <2 yr ¼ of adult dose.

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Overdosage

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Administration

Should be taken on an empty stomach: Take 30 min before meals.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to penicillins.

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Special Precautions

Discontinue if skin rash occurs. Pregnancy.

Use In Pregnancy & Lactation

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Adverse Reactions

GI upsets (eg, nausea, diarrhea) & skin rashes.

Storage

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Description

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Action

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MIMS Class

Penicillins

ATC Classification

J01CF05 - flucloxacillin ; Belongs to the class of beta-lactamase resistant penicillins. Used in the systemic treatment of infections.

Regulatory Classification

POM

Presentation/Packing

Form

Flucloxa cap 250 mg

Packing/Price

10 × 10's

Form

Flucloxa cap 500 mg

Packing/Price

10 × 10's

Flucloxa

flucloxacillin

Manufacturer:

Zifam Pinnacle

Distributor:

Pinnacle House