Mexacillin
Composition for Mexacillin Products
Mexacillin Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infectionsProducts for Mexacillin
Mexacillin Dry Syrup
bottle of 30 ml Dry Syrup
MRP₹14.06
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Substitute brands for Mexacillin
About Mexacillin Products
Mexacillin Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Mexacillin are Nausea, Diarrhea, Skin rash, Urticaria, Itching.
How Mexacillin Products work
Ampicillin + Cloxacillin is a combination of two antibiotics: Ampicillin + Cloxacillin1 and Ampicillin + Cloxacillin2. These antibiotics work by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Together, they treat your infection effectively.
In Depth Information for Mexacillin Products
- You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat 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.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Mexacillin may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
- Take it with food and plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach.
- Stop taking Mexacillin and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Patient Concerns about Mexacillin Products
Frequently asked questions about Mexacillin Products
Q. Is it safe to give Mexacillin Dry Syrup to children suffering from jaundice?
It is advised not to give Mexacillin Dry Syrup to children if they have jaundice. The reason being, Mexacillin Dry Syrup contains an active ingredient called cloxacillin which can aggravate the symptoms of jaundice in your child.
Q. Is Mexacillin Dry Syrup safe for children suffering from infectious mononucleosis?
No, it is not advised to give Mexacillin Dry Syrup if your child is suffering from infectious mononucleosis or even leukemia as Mexacillin Dry Syrup can lead to the development of skin rashes.
Q. Can I give Mexacillin Dry Syrup to my child repeatedly for a long time?
Giving your child Mexacillin Dry Syrup for a long term can cause fungal infection (oral thrush) in the mouth and severe gastrointestinal infections (superinfections). Moreover, irregular treatment, repeated use, and misuse of Mexacillin Dry Syrup can make the bacteria resistant. Therefore, do not alter the dose and duration on your own and give Mexacillin Dry Syrup to your child exactly as prescribed.
Q. Are there any possible serious side effects of Mexacillin Dry Syrup?
Although rare, Mexacillin Dry Syrup may cause some serious side effects such as skin rash, allergy, superinfection, bleeding problems, seizures, and blood cell abnormalities. In case your child develops any of these symptoms, consult the doctor at the earliest.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Mexacillin Dry Syrup?
Mexacillin Dry Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Mexacillin Dry Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Mexacillin Dry Syrup ?
Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.