




Staphonex 500mg Capsule
Salt Composition
Flucloxacillin Sodium (500mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Staphonex 500mg Capsule is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.
Dosage Form
Capsule
Introduction
Staphonex 500mg Capsule is a penicillin-type of antibiotic which mainly fights and stops the growth of the gram-positive type of bacteria. It is best taken on an empty stomach. This will make the medicine more effective. Take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. Before taking this medicine inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or penicillin-type of medicine.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Staphonex 500mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Bloating Indigestion
Breastfeeding Warning
This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctor's supervision.
Pregnancy Warning
This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctor's supervision.
How it works
Staphonex 500mg Capsule is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming their own protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive. This treats your infection.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Staphonex 500mg Capsule 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. 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. Inform your doctor if you don't stop or if you find blood in your stools.