Flux 500 mg/vial (IM/IV Injection)
500 mg vial: ৳ 45.30 (6's pack: ৳ 271.80)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Flucloxacillin sodium |
| Company | Opsonin pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of infections due to Gram-positive organisms
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Respiratory tract infections
- Usage in osteomyelitis, enteritis, endocarditis, urinary tract infection, meningitis, septicaemia
- Prophylactic usage in major surgical procedures
Pharmacology
- Active against Gram-positive organisms
- Little activity against Gram-negative bacilli
- Inhibits cell wall formation of bacteria
- Resistance to hydrolysis by penicillinase
- Bactericidal against penicillinase-producing staphylococci
Dosage
- Oral administration for adults and children
- Parenteral administration for adults, elderly, and children
- Dosage adjustments for severe infections
- Intramuscular and intravenous injection dosages
Administration
- Oral doses to be administered 1 hour before a meal
Interaction
- Concurrent use may result in increased Flux levels in blood
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in penicillin hypersensitive patients
Side Effects
- Common side effects include gastrointestinal disturbances
- Rashes, urticaria, purpura, fever, hepatitis reported
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA Pregnancy Category B
- Excreted in human milk, caution during lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in patients with hepatic dysfunction
- Caution in patients with allergic diathesis
Use in Special Populations
- Special consideration in severe renal failure
Therapeutic Class
- Penicillinase-resistant penicillins
Reconstitution
- Usage in other routes in conjunction with systemic therapy
- Intraarticular and intrapleural injection dosages
- Usage in nebulizer
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children