OXACILLIN SODIUM

Oxacillin sodium is an antibiotic drug that is used to treat skin and soft tissue infections, respiratory infections, ear and throat infections, endocarditis and peritonitis. It is a narrow spectrum beta-lactam antibiotic that belongs to the penicillin class of antibiotics. This drug is used to treat penicillin-resistant Staphylococcus Aureus bacteria.

Uses

Oxacillin Sodium is used in the treatment of the following:

Infections caused by Staphylococci
Respiratory tract infections
Ear-nose-throat infections
Bone infections
Skin and soft tissue infections
Endocarditis
Peritonitis

Warnings

Do not give Oxacillin Sodium to people with hypersensitivity to this drug.

Side Effects

Oxacillin Sodium may have the following side effects:
- Skin rash
- Fever
- Angioedema
- Anaphylaxis
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting and abdominal pain
- Seizures after high doses particularly with impaired renal function

Precautions

Precautions

Take extra caution in patients with the following medical conditions:

Syphilis
Pregnancy
Lactation

Interactions

Oxacillin Sodium may interact with the following medicines:

Estrogen
Tetracycline
Penicillin
Probenicid
Amoxicillin

Overdose & Brands

Symptoms of overdose include the following:

Seizure activity
Asterixis
Neuromuscular excitability

Seek medical help immediately.

Available Brand:

Oxal
Oxan
Oxapen
Wydox