Flucloxacillin 250mg is a penicillin antibiotic primarily used to treat a range of bacterial infections by killing the bacteria responsible for them[3]. It is commonly prescribed in the following situations:
- Skin and soft tissue infections: This includes cellulitis, impetigo, folliculitis, abscesses, carbuncles, infected wounds, burns, ulcers, eczema, and acne[1].
- Respiratory tract infections: Examples are chest infections (pneumonia, lung abscess, empyema), throat or nose infections (pharyngitis, sinusitis, tonsillitis), and ear infections[5].
- Bone and joint infections: Such as osteomyelitis and other bone and joint problems caused by susceptible bacteria[4].
- Heart infections: This includes endocarditis, sometimes as part of combined therapy[1].
- Blood infections: Such as septicaemia[2].
- Urinary tract infections: Infections of the kidney, bladder, or urethra[2].
- Digestive system infections: For example, enteritis[2].
- Meningitis: Infections of the lining of the brain[3].
- Prevention of infections during major surgery: Especially for heart, lung, or bone surgeries to prevent potential bacterial infections[5].
Flucloxacillin is effective against many Gram-positive organisms, including beta-lactamase-producing Staphylococcus and Streptococcus species, which are common causes of the infections listed above[2].
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