Cloxacillin: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use it

What is the drug cloxacillin?

What is cloxacillin for?

Cloxacillin is a medicine to treat various kinds of bacterial infections, such as pneumonia, sinusitis, bronchitis, bacterial infections of the skin, infections that attack the mouth and throat, bacterial infections of the kidneys, and so on. Cloxacillin is a penicillin antibiotic that works to stop bacterial growth. Unnecessary or excessive use of any antibiotic can cause its effectiveness to decrease.

This medicine will not work for viral infections (for example, colds and flu).

The cloxacillin dosage and side effects of cloxacillin are described further below.

How is cloxacillin used?

Take this medication as directed by your doctor. This medication is well absorbed when used on an empty stomach (1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal).

If you are using a liquid suspension medication, shake the bottle well before measuring out the dose.

The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. In children, the dosage is also based on body weight and age.

Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is at a constant level. Therefore, use this drug regularly.

Continue using this medication until the prescribed amount is finished, even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Do not stop treatment too early as this can allow bacteria to continue to grow, which can lead to a recurrence of the infection.

Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or gets worse.

How is cloxacillin stored?

Cloxacillin is one drug that is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.

Cloxacillin dosage

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the cloxacillin dosage for adults?

To treat ARI, the dose of cloxacillin is:

• 250 mg orally every 6 hours for 7 to 14 days, depending on the nature and severity of the infection
• Maximum dose: 4 g / day

To treat pneumonia, the dosage of cloxacillin is:

• 500 mg orally every 6 hours for up to 21 days, depending on the nature and severity of the infection
• Maximum dose: 4 g / day

To treat skin infections, the dosage of cloxacillin is:

• 500 mg orally every 6 hours for 7 days, or up to 3 days after the onset of acute inflammation, depending on the nature and severity of the infection
• Maximum dose: 4 g / day

To treat cystitis, the dosage of cloxacillin is:

• 250 mg orally every 6 hours for 3 to 7 days, depending on the nature and severity of the infection. Cloxacillin is rarely indicated for the treatment of cystitis
• Maximum dose: 4 g / day

What is the dose of cloxacillin for children?

To combat various bacterial infections in children aged 1 - 18 years, the dosage of cloxacillin is:

• 50 to 100 mg / kg / day orally divided every 6 hours.
• Maximum dose: 4 g / day

In what dosage is cloxacillin available?

The dosage requirements for cloxacillin are:

• 250 mg and 500 mg capsules
• Powder 250 mg and 500 mg
• 125 mg solution

Cloxacillin side effects

What side effects can be experienced due to cloxacillin?

Cloxacillin side effects are:

• Mild nausea
• Gag
• Diarrhea
• Stomach ache
• White patches on the tongue (thrush / yeast infection)
• Vaginal itching or discharge (vaginal yeast infection)
• Black, "hairy" tongue or sore mouth or tongue

Not everyone experiences these side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Cloxacillin Drug Warnings and Cautions

What should be known before using cloxacillin?

Some things you should know before taking cloxacillin are:

• Use the cloxacillin medication as directed by your doctor, even if you start to feel better. Your symptoms may begin to subside before the infection is completely treated.
• Do not break, chew, open, or crush the capsules. Swallow the whole drug.
• Cloxacillin might decrease the effectiveness of birth control pills.

Is cloxacillin safe for pregnant and lactating women?

There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or nursing women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication. This drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category B according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) United States, or the equivalent of the POM in Indonesia.

The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:

• A = Not at risk
• B = No risk in several studies
• C = May be risky
• D = There is positive evidence of risk
• X = Contraindicated
• N = Unknown

Cloxacillin Drug Interactions

What medicines may interact with cloxacillin?

Although certain drugs should not be used simultaneously, in other cases two different drugs can be used together even if interactions are possible. In this case, your doctor may want to change the dose, or take other precautions that may be needed. Tell your health care professional if you are taking prescription or nonprescription drugs as well as drugs on the market

Some medications can reduce the effects of cloxacillin and prevent treatment of your infection. Before taking cloxacillin, tell your doctor if you are taking the following drugs:

• Cholestyramine (Questran) or colestipol (Colestid)
• Other antibiotics (the same or for different infections) such as erythromycin (Ery-Tab, E-Mycin, EES, and others), tetracycline (Sumycin, others), minocycline (Minocin), doxycycline (Doryx, Vibramycin, and others) , or others.

Can food or alcohol interact with cloxacillin?

Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.

What health conditions can interact with cloxacillin?

Any other health conditions you have can affect the use of this drug. Always tell your doctor if you have other health problems.

Cloxacillin overdose

What should I do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (112) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.

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