Amoxicillin + Dicloxacillin

Dosage Forms Available

• Amoxicillin + Dicloxacillin is administered via oral (capsule, tablet, oral suspension) and infusion (intravenous) routes.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medication is intended for use by adults and children over the age of 12 years.

Contraindications

• Amoxicillin + Dicloxacillin is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to either Amoxicillin, Dicloxacillin, or any other Penicillin. Patients with a history of severe allergic reactions to other antibiotics should also avoid this medication.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin, jantoven), anti-gout medication (e.g., probenecid, allopurinol) and steroid medicines (e.g., prednisone, methylprednisolone).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of Amoxicillin + Dicloxacillin can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and abdominal discomfort. If an overdose is suspected, it is important to seek medical attention immediately.

• If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is near the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Management of Side Effects

• Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• If you experience nausea or a stomach upset, try taking the medication with food.

• Drinking plenty of water can help ease the discomfort caused by diarrhoea.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Amoxicillin + Dicloxacillin may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some individuals. If you experience such symptoms, it is advised to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you are sure how this medication affects you.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• It is important to consult your doctor before using Amoxicillin + Dicloxacillin during pregnancy or lactation as it may not be safe to use these medications.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Individuals with liver or kidney disease should use Amoxicillin + Dicloxacillin with caution, as these conditions may affect the body's ability to metabolize and eliminate the medication. Individuals with a history of gastrointestinal disease, such as colitis (inflammation of the large intestine), should also exercise caution when taking this medication.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Avoid grapefruit products and calcium-rich foods.

• Eat small, bland meals and drink clear fluids to settle the stomach and prevent nausea and vomiting.