Floxapen 250 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 6.00 (5 x 10: ৳ 300.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 60.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Flucloxacillin sodium |
| Company | General pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of skin and soft tissue infections
- Treatment of respiratory tract infections
- Treatment of osteomyelitis, enteritis, endocarditis
- Prophylactic use in major surgical procedures
Pharmacology
- Effective against Gram-positive organisms
- Inhibition of bacterial cell wall formation
- Bactericidal antibiotic action
- Particularly useful against penicillinase-producing staphylococci
Dosage
- Oral administration for adults and children
- Parenteral administration for adults, elderly, and children
Administration
Oral doses to be administered 1 hour before meal
Interaction
Possible increased levels of Floxapen with concurrent use
Contraindications
Contraindicated in penicillin hypersensitive patients
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
- Rashes, urticaria, purpura
- Potential adverse effects on liver and kidneys
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA Pregnancy Category B
- Excretion in human milk
- Caution during lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in patients with hepatic dysfunction
- Caution in patients with allergic diathesis
Use in Special Populations
Dosage adjustment in severe renal failure
Therapeutic Class
Penicillinase-resistant penicillins
Reconstitution
Use in other routes in conjunction with systemic therapy
Storage Conditions
Store in a dry place away from light and heat