Dicloxacillin
Information about Dicloxacillin
Dicloxacillin Uses
Dicloxacillin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.
How Dicloxacillin works
Dicloxacillin is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming their own protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Common side effects of Dicloxacillin
Vomiting, Nausea, Skin rash, Gastrointestinal disturbance, Urticaria, Abdominal pain, Flatulence, Loose stools
Expert advice for Dicloxacillin
- You have been prescribed Dicloxacillin for the treatment of bacterial infections.
- Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Take it on an empty stomach, or at least one hour before or two hours after meals.
- It may not be well tolerated due to its side effects such as belching and metallic taste in mouth.
- 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.