Bioclox 500mg Capsule
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries |
| Active Ingredient | Cloxacillin (500mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Antistaphylococcal Penicillin |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Cell wall active agent- Penicillinase resistant Penicillin |
| User Rating | 4.6 |
| User Reviews | 753 |
FAQ
Can Bioclox 500mg cause allergic reaction?
Although it is rare but yes, Bioclox 500mg can cause allergic reaction and is harmful in patients with known allergy to penicillins. Get emergency medical help if you have any of the signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
What if I don't get better after using Bioclox 500mg?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Is it safe to use Bioclox 500mg for long term?
Bioclox 500mg should be used as long as prescribed by your doctor. Bioclox 500mg is usually considered to be safe when taken in the recommended dose and duration.
How long does Bioclox 500mg takes to work?
Usually, Bioclox 500mg starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take around 2-3 days to make you feel better while taking Bioclox 500mg.
Can I stop taking Bioclox 500mg when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Bioclox 500mg and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared.
What if you forget to take Bioclox Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Bioclox 500mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Bioclox 500mg Capsule Reviews
Bioclox 500mg is an antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the throat, ear, nasal sinuses, respiratory tract, and skin and soft tissue. It mainly fights and stops the growth of the gram-positive type of bacteria.
Bioclox 500mg should be taken on an empty stomach. For best results, it should be used regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. 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. The total duration of treatment and precise dosage will be decided by your doctor, depending on the type of infection that you have and how well you respond to the medication.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or penicillin-type of medicine. Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea may be seen as side effects in some patients. These are temporary and usually resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctor’s supervision.
Bioclox 500mg should be taken on an empty stomach. For best results, it should be used regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. 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. The total duration of treatment and precise dosage will be decided by your doctor, depending on the type of infection that you have and how well you respond to the medication.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or penicillin-type of medicine. Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea may be seen as side effects in some patients. These are temporary and usually resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctor’s supervision.
How Bioclox 500mg Capsule Works
Bioclox 500mg is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming their own protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
How to Use Bioclox 500mg Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Bioclox 500mg is to be taken empty stomach.
Benefits of Bioclox 500mg Capsule
- In Bacterial infections: Bioclox 500mg is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Uses of Bioclox 500mg Capsule
- Bacterial infections
Bioclox 500mg Capsule Side Effects
Safety Tips
Driving
SAFE
Bioclox 500mg does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Liver
CAUTION
Bioclox 500mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bioclox 500mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised while taking this medicine.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Bioclox 500mg is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Kidney
CAUTION
Bioclox 500mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bioclox 500mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised while taking this medicine.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Bioclox 500mg is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Bioclox 500mg does not cause any harmful side effects.
Quick Tips
- Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Take it with food and plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach.
- You have been prescribed Bioclox 500mg for the treatment of bacterial infections.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.
- 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.
References
- ScienceDirect.
- Petri WA Jr. Penicillins, Cephalosporins, and Other β -Lactam Antibiotics. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1486-87.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
- Drugs.com. Cloxacillin.