Patient Medication Information: uses, side effects, how to take - Teva-Cloxacillin
What is TEVA-CLOXACILLIN used for?
TEVA-CLOXACILLIN is used to treat infections that are caused by certain bacteria.
Antibacterial drugs like TEVA-CLOXACILLIN treat only bacterial infections. They do not treat viral infections.
How does TEVA-CLOXACILLIN work?
TEVA-CLOXACILLIN is an antibiotic that works by:
- Stopping the growth of bacteria.
- Killing bacteria.
What are the ingredients in TEVA-CLOXACILLIN?
Medicinal ingredients:
Cloxacillin Sodium
Non-medicinal ingredients:
Capsule: Acid Red 27, FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Red #3, FD&C Yellow #6, Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Talc, Titanium Dioxide, White Imprinting Ink S-1-7085
Suspension: Citric Acid, Edetate Disodium, FD&C Red #3, Glyacamil, Natural Cherry Type Flavour, Imitation Candied Sugar, Imitation Peach Flavour, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Citrate, Sucrose
TEVA-CLOXACILLIN comes in the following dosage forms:
Capsules: 250 mg and 500 mg
Suspension: 125 mg / 5 mL
Do not use TEVA-CLOXACILLIN if:
- You have had an allergic reaction to TEVA-CLOXACILLIN or other medicines such as cephalosporins or penicillins.
To help avoid side effects and ensure proper use, talk to your healthcare professional
before you take TEVA-CLOXACILLIN. Talk about any health conditions or problems you may have, including if you:
- Have severe kidney disease with or without significant liver disease
Are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment
- Are breast feeding
How to take TEVA-CLOXACILLIN:
- Take TEVA-CLOXACILLIN 1-2 hours before eating.
- Although you may feel better early in treatment, TEVA-CLOXACILLIN should be used exactly as directed.
Misuse or overuse of TEVA-CLOXACILLIN could lead to the growth of bacteria that will not be killed by TEVA-CLOXACILLIN (resistance). This means that TEVA-CLOXACILLIN may not work for you in the future.
Do not share your medicine.
Usual Dose:
Adults: 250 mg to 500 mg every 6 hours. Do not take more than 6000 mg daily.
Children weighing less than 5 kg (11 lbs): 250 mg per day.
Children weighing more than 5 kg (11 lbs): 50 mg / kg / day.
Overdose:
| If you think you have taken too much TEVA-CLOXACILLIN, contact your healthcare professional, hospital emergency department or regional poison control centre immediately, even if there are no symptoms. |
What are possible side effects from using TEVA-CLOXACILLIN?
These are not all the possible side effects you may feel when taking TEVA-CLOXACILLIN. If you experience any side effects not listed here, contact your healthcare professional.
- Upper stomach pain
- Flatulence
Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor for any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Serious side effects and what to do about them:
| Symptom / effect | Talk to your healthcare professional | Stop taking drug and get immediate medical help |
| Only if severe | In all cases | |
| Rare | ||
| an allergic reaction | ||
| ✓ | ||
| (difficulty in breathing, closing of the throat, swelling of the lips, face or tongue; hives or a rash) | |||
| redness, or itching | ✓ | ||
| severe nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea | ✓ | ||
Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions (SCAR) (severe skin reactions that may also affect other organs):
eyes, mouth, nose or genitals, itching, severe rash, bumps under the skin, skin pain, skin color changes (redness, yellowing, purplish)
| ✓ | ||
This is not a complete list of side effects. For any unexpected effects while taking TEVA-CLOXACILLIN, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Reporting Side Effects
You can report any suspected side effects associated with the use of health products to Health Canada by:
NOTE: Contact your health professional if you need information about how to manage your side effects. The Canada Vigilance Program does not provide medical advice. |
How to store TEVA-CLOXACILLIN:
Capsules: Store 15 – 25°C
Granules for Oral Solution: Reconstituted Solution: - 14 days under refrigeration (6°C).
Keep out of reach and sight of children.
If you want more information about TEVA-CLOXACILLIN:
- Talk to your healthcare professional
- Find the full product monograph that is prepared for healthcare professionals and includes this Patient Medication Information by visiting the Health Canada website (http://hc-sc.gc.ca/index-eng.php); the manufacturer’s website http://www.tevacanada.com; or by calling 1-800-268-4127 ext. 3; or email druginfo@tevacanada.com.