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Dicloxacillin (U.S.N.L.M.)
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| Dosing (Internal Hordeolum) | 250 mg po q6h | |
| Chem Specs | dicloxacillin sodium | |
| Quantities | 250mg, 500mg | |
| Cost | 27.00/50/250mg generic | |
| Class | narrow spectrum penicillinase-resistant penicillin | |
| Action | ß-lactam antibiotic - inhibits synthesis of bacterial cell walls. | |
| Usage | Indicated in the treatment of penicillinase-producing staphylococci infections. | |
| Should not be used as a general substitute for penicillin G. | ||
| Contraindications | Hypersensitivity to any of the penicillins or any component of the formulations. | |
| Pediatric use | See dosage tables (package insert) for children. Use in newborns not recommended. . | |
| Pregnancy | Category B | |
| Cross-allergenicity may occur with all ß-lactam antibiotics (cephalosporins, cephamycins, etc.) Brand names: Dynapen, Diclocil |
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