Cloxacillin Benefits & Uses

Cloxacillin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Endocarditis
Osteomyelitis
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Blood Infection
Pneumonia
Pus

Cloxacillin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cloxacillin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cloxacillin is used -

Common

Diarrhoea
Nausea or vomiting

Cloxacillin Related Warnings

Is the use of Cloxacillin safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Cloxacillin safely.

Safe
Is the use of Cloxacillin safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Cloxacillin.

Safe
What is the effect of Cloxacillin on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Cloxacillin on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Cloxacillin on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Cloxacillin on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cloxacillin on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Cloxacillin for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cloxacillin with Other Drugs

Cloxacillin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Methotrexate

Moderate

Doxycycline

Ethinyl Estradiol

Chloramphenicol

Cloxacillin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cloxacillin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Asthma
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis

Frequently asked Questions about Cloxacillin

Is this Cloxacillin habit forming or addictive?

Cloxacillin does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Cloxacillin since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Cloxacillin only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Cloxacillin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Cloxacillin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cloxacillin

Cloxacillin may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Cloxacillin

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cloxacillin with alcohol.

Unknown