Infections due to Staph resistant to benzylpenicillin; mixed Strep infections when Staph are penicillin-resistant; gm +ve & -ve infections sensitive to cloxacillin.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Cap 1-2 cap. Dry syrAdult 10-20 mL. Childn 5-10 mL. InjAdult 250-500 mg. To be taken 6 hrly.
Administration
Should be taken on an empty stomach: Take 1 hr before or 2 hr after meals.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to penicillins.
Special Precautions
Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins. Jaundiced neonates. Renal impairment. Avoid subconjunctival inj or use in eye drops.
Adverse Reactions
Allergic reactions, glossitis, stomatitis, black 'hairy' tongue, blood disorders, anaphylaxis.