Dicloxgen 500: Side Effects & Dosing

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Dicloxacillin Na

Indications/Uses

Infections caused by pneumococci & staphylococci.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult 250-500 mg 6 hrly.

Administration

Should be taken on an empty stomach: Take at least 1 hr before or 2 hr after meals.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to penicillins.

Special Precautions

Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins, jaundiced neonates, infant, renal impairment, lymphatic leukemia.

Adverse Reactions

GI disturbances eg, nausea, vomiting, epigastric discomfort, flatulence & loose stools.

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Drug Interactions

Probenecid impairs renal excretion. Decreases anticoagulant effect.

MIMS Class

Penicillins

ATC Classification

J01CF01 - dicloxacillin ; Belongs to the class of beta-lactamase resistant penicillins. Used in the systemic treatment of infections.

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Presentation/Packing

Form

Dicloxgen 500 cap 500 mg

Packing/Price

25 × 10's

Dicloxgen 500