Flucloxacillin
About Flucloxacillin
Flucloxacillin belongs to a class of medicines called 'antibiotics' used to treat various bacterial infections such as skin infections, soft tissue infections, respiratory tract infections, ear infections, bone infections, bone marrow infections, intestinal tract infections, urinary tract infections, meningitis, and septicemia. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly.
Flucloxacillin contains 'Flucloxacillin' that works by preventing the cell wall formation of the bacteria which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, Flucloxacillin kills the bacteria and effectively treats various bacterial infections.
Take Flucloxacillin as prescribed. Your doctor will advise the duration based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience minor gastrointestinal disturbances such as diarrhoea, nausea and vomiting. Most of these side effects of Flucloxacillin do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you have had an allergic reaction to penicillin, flucloxacillin, or any other medicines in the past, if you have liver or kidney problems, if you have recently had or are about to have any vaccinations, please tell your doctor. Consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is important to inform the healthcare professional if you're taking any other medicines, including herbal remedies, vitamins, or supplements.
Uses of Flucloxacillin
Medicinal Benefits
Flucloxacillin contains “Flucloxacillin”, an antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections such as skin, soft tissue infections, respiratory tract infections, bone, bone marrow infections, intestinal tract infections, urinary tract infections, ear infections, meningitis, and septicemia. Flucloxacillin works by preventing the cell wall formation of the bacteria which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, Flucloxacillin kills the bacteria and effectively treats various bacterial infections.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Flucloxacillin
- Feeling sick or nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Bloating
- Indigestion
Drug Warnings
If you have had an allergic reaction to penicillin, flucloxacillin or any other medicines in the past, if you have liver or kidney problems, if you have recently had or are about to have any vaccinations, please tell your doctor. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is important to inform the healthcare professional if you are taking any other medicines, including herbal remedies, vitamins, or supplements.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Flucloxacillin may interact with chemotherapy drugs (methotrexate), medicines used to prevent blood clotting (warfarin), and other antibiotic medications.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interactions: If you have kidney or liver problems any other major illness, inform your doctor before taking Flucloxacillin.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionNo interactions were found. However, As a precautionary measure, you are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Flucloxacillin to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult the doctor before taking Flucloxacillin if you are pregnant. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Flucloxacillin.
Breast Feeding
cautionPlease consult the doctor before taking Flucloxacillin if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Flucloxacillin.
Driving
safe if prescribedFlucloxacillin has no or negligible influence on driving or using machines.
Liver
cautionIf you have a history or evidence of any liver-related diseases, consult the doctor before taking Flucloxacillin. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Flucloxacillin.
Kidney
cautionIf you have a history or evidence of any kidney-related diseases, consult the doctor before taking Flucloxacillin. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Flucloxacillin.
Children
safe if prescribedFlucloxacillin can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Probiotics should be taken after taking the full course of Flucloxacillin to restore healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut, and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
- Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Whole grains bread, brown rice should be included in your diet.
- Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Flucloxacillin as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid Flucloxacillin in fighting infections.
- Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids every day while taking Flucloxacillin.
Special Advise
- Regular monitoring of liver and kidney function is advised whilst taking Flucloxacillin for a long period of time.
- Tell your doctor that you are taking Flucloxacillin if you are undergoing urine tests or blood tests because it may affect the results.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Bacterial infection: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect the body. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fevers, chills, and fatigue. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.
FAQs
Flucloxacillin is used to treat bacterial infections.
Flucloxacillin works by preventing the bacteria's cell wall formation, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, Flucloxacillin kills the bacteria and effectively treats various bacterial infections.
Continue taking Flucloxacillin until you've finished the course advised by the doctor. Do this even if you feel better. It'll help stop the infection from coming back.
There is no firm evidence to suggest that taking Flucloxacillin will reduce fertility in either men or women. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
If you feel sick (nausea), stick to simple meals and try not to eat spicy food. If you experience vomiting and diarrhoea, drink a lot of fluids such as water or squash, take small, frequent sips to avoid dehydration. Do not take any other medicines without speaking to a pharmacist or doctor.
To avoid drug interactions, it is recommended that you consult a doctor before taking Flucloxacillin with other medications.
After taking antibiotics like Flucloxacillin, some patients get a fungal illness called thrush. Seek medical advice from your doctor if you suspect you have thrush.
If you do not feel better after three days of using Flucloxacillin, contact your doctor. And also, Inform them if you begin to feel worse at any point.
