Information about Nafcillin Sodium

Generic Name : Nafcillin Sodium
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Nafcillin Sodium are provided here.

Pronunciation : naf-SIL-in

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ICD Code : Y41.8 Therapeutic Classification : Anti- Infectives

Trade Names/Brand Names of Nafcillin Sodium

International :

Nafcillin

Why is Nafcillin Sodium Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a penicillin antibiotic, prescribed for certain bacterial infections. It blocks bacterical cell wall growth.

When should Nafcillin Sodium not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients who are taking tetracycline antibiotics; known hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Nafcillin Sodium?

IV- The usual dosage for adults is 500 mg every 4 hours. For severe infections, 1 g every 4 hours is recommended.

How should Nafcillin Sodium be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Nafcillin Sodium?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, hay fever, kidney, liver, gastrointestinal disease, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Monitor blood sugar level regularly in diabetic patients while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Nafcillin Sodium?

Gastrointestinal - Intestinal infection.
Genitourinary - Kidney damage.
Hypersensitivity - Hives, itching, nerve swelling, throat pain, asthma, low blood pressure, fever, uneasiness, joint pain, muscle pain, abdominal pain and rashes.
Metabolic - Bone marrow depression.
Miscellaneous - Injection site reactions include pain, swelling, vein inflammation, inflammation at the injection site.