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About Aclox 250mg Injection

Cloxacillin is a penicillin-like antibiotic used for treating bacterial infections of the skin, bone, heart valves, blood, lungs, etc. caused by susceptible bacteria. This medicine is not recommended for treating the common cold, flu, or other viral infections since it is not effective in treating them.

Uses of Aclox 250mg Injection

• Bacterial infections

  This medicine is used to treat infections caused by penicillinase-producing staphylococci, including pneumococci, group A beta-hemolytic streptococci, and penicillin G-sensitive and penicillin G-resistant staphylococci.

• Endocarditis

  This medicine is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of the heart and heart valves.

• Osteomyelitis

  This medicine is used for the treatment of osteomyelitis, an infection of the bones caused by bacteria. This generally occurs in the legs, arms, or spine.

• Pneumonia

  This medicine is used for the treatment of pneumonia, which is the most common type of lung infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenza.

• Septic arthritis

  This medicine is used for the treatment of septic arthritis caused by bacteria. This condition is characterized by pain in the joints, decreased ability to move the joint, redness, heat, etc

Medicinal Benefits of Aclox 250mg Injection

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

Directions for Use

• You have been prescribed Cloxacillin 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.

Side Effects of Aclox 250mg Injection

Major & minor side effects of Cloxacillin

• Nausea and Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal pain
• Sore mouth and tongue
• Yellowing of skin and eyes
• Flatulence
• Wheezing
• Rash

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.