Sinaclox 500 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 5.75 (5 x 10: ৳ 287.50)
Strip Price: ৳ 57.50
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cloxacillin sodium |
| Company | Ibn sina pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as | Sinaclox 125 mg suspension |
Indications
- Treatment of infections caused by gram-positive bacteria
- Treatment of infections caused by penicillinase producing staphylococci
- Infections including skin and soft tissue infections (boils, abscess, cellulitis)
- Respiratory tract, nasal, ear, and throat infections (pneumonia, sinusitis, tonsillitis)
- Sensitive bacteria and other infections (osteomyelitis, urinary tract infections)
Dosage & Administration
- 500mg orally four times a day for adults
- Intramuscular injection: 250mg every 4-6 hours
- Injection into veins: 500mg every 4-6 hours, dosage may be doubled if necessary
- 500mg intrapleurally or in joint cavity once a day for adults
- Dosage varies for children based on age and weight, with instructions for both oral and injection administration
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to penicillin
Side Effects
- Similar side effects to other penicillins, including mild and transient reactions such as fever, diarrhea, indigestion
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution for patients with a history of allergy to ensure careful use
- Avoid subconjunctival injections and use as eye drops
- Preparation of syrup and drops should be kept in a cool place before use, with specific storage conditions for each administration method
Therapeutic Class
- Penicillinase-resistant penicillins
Storage Conditions
- All dosage forms of cloxacillin should be stored in a cool and dry place
- Injectable preparation should be stored at temperatures not exceeding 25°C