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About Stafocid 1G Injection

FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM belongs to a class of medicines called 'antibiotics' used to treat various bacterial infections such as skin infections, soft tissue infections, respiratory tract infections, ear infections, bone infections, bone marrow infections, intestinal tract infections, urinary tract infections, meningitis, and septicemia. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly.

FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM contains 'Flucloxacillin sodium' that works by preventing the cell wall formation of the bacteria which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM kills the bacteria and effectively treats various bacterial infections.

Take FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM as prescribed. Your doctor will advise the duration based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience minor gastrointestinal disturbances such as diarrhea, nausea & vomiting. Most of these side effects of FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you have had an allergic reaction to penicillin, flucloxacillin sodium, or any other medicines in the past, if you have liver or kidney problems, if you have recently had or are about to have any vaccinations, please tell your doctor. Consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is important to inform the healthcare professional if you're taking any other medicines, including herbal remedies, vitamins, or supplements. 

Uses of Stafocid 1G Injection

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits of Stafocid 1G Injection

FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM contains “Flucloxacillin sodium” that belongs to a group of antibiotics called penicillins. It treats various bacterial infections such as skin, soft tissue infections, respiratory tract infections, bone, bone marrow infections, intestinal tract infections, urinary tract infections, ear infections, meningitis, and septicemia. FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM works by preventing the cell wall formation of the bacteria which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM kills the bacteria and effectively treats various bacterial infections.

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Take it on an empty stomach, preferably 30-60 minutes before or 2 hours after a meal or snack. Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it. Injection: It will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Side Effects of Stafocid 1G Injection

• Feeling sick or nausea
• Being sick or vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Bloating
• Indigestion

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

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you have had an allergic reaction to penicillin, flucloxacillin sodium, or any other medicines in the past, if you have liver or kidney problems, if you have recently had or are about to have any vaccinations, please tell your doctor. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is important to inform the healthcare professional if you're taking any other medicines, including herbal remedies, vitamins, or supplements.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM may interact with chemotherapy drugs (e.g. methotrexate), medicines used to prevent blood clotting (e.g. warfarin), and other antibiotic medications.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

If you have kidney or liver problems or any other major illness, inform your doctor before taking FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

No interactions were found. However, As a precautionary measure, you are recommended not to consume alcohol along with FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM to avoid unpleasant side effects.

PREGNANCY

Please consult the doctor before taking FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM if you are pregnant. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM.

BREAST FEEDING

Please consult the doctor before taking FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM.

DRIVING

FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM has no or negligible influence on driving or using machines.

LIVER

If you have a history or evidence of any liver-related diseases, consult the doctor before taking FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM.

KIDNEY

If you have a history or evidence of any kidney-related diseases, consult the doctor before taking FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing FLUCLOXACILLIN SODIUM.