Dicloxacillin Community Pharm Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Dicloxacillin Na

Indications/Uses

Infections caused by susceptible gm+ve bacteria including penicillinase-producing pathogens.

Dosage/Direction for Use

1-2 g daily in divided doses.

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. Infants, jaundiced neonates. Renal impairment.

Adverse Reactions

Allergic reaction, GI disturbances, glossitis, stomatitis, black 'hairy' tongue, blood disorders, anaphylaxis.

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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

Dicloxacillin Community Pharm cap 250 mg

Packing/Price

50 × 10's;500's

Form

Dicloxacillin Community Pharm cap 500 mg

Packing/Price

10 × 10's;50 × 10's;500's

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