Dicloxin 500500mg
Capsule
Opsonin Pharma Limited
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| Alcohol | SAFE Consuming alcohol with Dicloxin 500 does not cause any harmful side effects. |
| Pregnancy | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Dicloxin 500 is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, ... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Dicloxin 500 is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is n... View More |
| Driving | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR It is not known whether Dicloxin 500 alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate an... View More |
| Kidney | CAUTION Dicloxin 500 should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Dicloxin 500 may be needed. Please consult your doct... View More |
| Liver | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR There is limited information available on the use of Dicloxin 500 in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor. |
Introduction
Dicloxin 500 is a penicillin-type of antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the throat, ear, nasal sinu... View More
Uses of Klox-D Capsule
- Bacterial infections
Side effects of Klox-D Capsule
- Rash
- Vomiting
- Allergic reaction
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
How to use Klox-D Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not chew, crush or break it. Dicloxin 500 is to be taken empty stomach.
How Klox-D Capsule works
Dicloxin 500 is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming their own protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to s... View More
- You have been prescribed Dicloxin 500 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.
- Take it on an empty stomach, or at least one hour before or two hours after meals.
- 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 sto... View More
- Inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine... View More
- It may not be well tolerated due to its side effects such as belching and metallic taste in mouth.
Indication
Pneumonia, Endocarditis, Impetigo, Cellulitis, Septic Arthritis, Surgical Prophylaxis, Otitis externa, Staphylococcal skin infections, Folliculitis, Boi... View More
Administration
Should be taken on an empty stomach. Take on an empty stomach at least 1 hr before or 2 hr after meals.
Adult Dose
Oral Staphylococcus aureus infections 125-500 mg PO q6hr
Child Dose
Child: PO 12–25 mg/kg/day q6h For bone and joint infections, up to 100 mg/kg/day
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity to penicillins.
Mode of Action
Dicloxacillin has antimicrobial action similar to benzylpenicillin and includes penicillinase-producing and non-penicillinase-producing staphylococci. I... View More
Precaution
Very high doses in poor renal function (risk of neurotoxicity) or heart failure. Skin sensitization may occur on direct contact. Monitor serum K concent... View More
Side Effect
1-10% Abdominal pain,Diarrhea,Nausea <1% Anemia,Elevated LFTs,Fever,Hypersensitivity,Nephritis,Pseudomembranous colitis,Seizures with extremely hig... View More
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Category: B Lactation: excreted in breast milk, use caution
Interaction
Probenecid prolongs serum levels of dicloxacillin. Bacteriostatic drugs (e.g. chloramphenicol, tetracyclines) may antagonise the bactericidal effect of ... View More
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