Introduction

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Uses of Flucloxin

Bacterial infections

Side effects of Flucloxin

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Allergic reaction
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

How to use Flucloxin

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Flucloxin works

Flucloxin is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming their own protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

What if you forget to take Flucloxin?

If you miss a dose of Flucloxin, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

You have been prescribed Flucloxin for the treatment of bacterial infections.
It is given by an injection into a vein or muscle, or via a drip into a vein.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.

Safety Advice

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Alcohol: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Flucloxin. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Flucloxin is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
CAUTION – Breastfeeding: Flucloxin should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
SAFE – Driving: Flucloxin does not usually affect your ability to drive.
– Kidney: There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
– Liver: There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.