Dicloxacillin Sodium - Penicillins - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Dicloxacillin Sodium.
• HOW TO USE: This medication should be taken on an empty stomach. The liquid suspension form of this medicine must be shaken well before using. Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level. Do this by taking the medication at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night. Continue to take this medication until the full prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow resulting in a relapse of the infection.
• USES: This medication is a penicillin-related antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.

Possible Side Effects

• This medication may cause stomach upset, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting during the first few days as your body adjusts to the medication.
• If these symptoms persist or become severe, inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor immediately if an allergic reaction occurs while taking this medication.
• Symptoms include.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you should miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose.
• If it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose.

Read Before Using Dicloxacillin Sodium (precautions)

• Tell your doctor if you have.

Dicloxacillin Sodium Miscellaneous Notes

• This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only.
• Do not use it later for another infection or give it to someone else.
• A different medication may be necessary in those cases.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, agitation, confusion, muscle weakness, unconsciousness, or seizures.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of.

Dicloxacillin Sodium Storage Instructions

• Store tablets and capsules at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight.
• Do not store in the bathroom.
• Refrigerate liquid forms.
• Discard any unused portion after 14 days as it loses potency.