Dicloxacillin Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Dicloxacillin, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Dicloxacillin brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Dicloxacillin

Pronunciation : dye klox a sill' in

ICD Code : Y40.0 Therapeutic Classification : Antibiotics

Brand Names or Trade Names of Dicloxacillin

India :

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International :

Dycil, Dynapen, Pathocil

Why is Dicloxacillin Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is penicillin-like antibiotic, prescribed for certain types of bacterial infections such as pneumonia, infections of the ear, urinary tract, bone and skin.

When should Dicloxacillin not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Dicloxacillin?

Dose is based on patient’s condition.
Adult: PO- The recommended dose is 125-250 mg 6 hourly, it may be increased.

How should Dicloxacillin be taken?

It comes as a tablet and liquid to take by mouth, as directed by your physician.

What are the warnings and precautions for Dicloxacillin?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney or liver disease, any allergy, asthma, blood disease, intestinal inflammation, stomach problems, hay fever, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Avoid long-term or repeated use of this medication; otherwise it may cause secondary infection.

What are the side effects of Dicloxacillin?

Body as a Whole - Sickness-like symptoms like fever, uneasiness, hives, muscle pain, joint pain and abdominal pain.
Genitourinary - Kidney inflammation.
Metabolic - Bone marrow depression.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and black or hairy tongue.
Blood - Decreased white blood cell counts.