Flucloxacillin

Price range: £1.15 through £2.31 Including tax

Flucloxacillin Tablets contain flucloxacillin, a penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections such as those caused by infected insect bites. When an insect bite becomes infected, it can lead to redness, swelling, pain, and sometimes pus due to bacteria entering the skin. Flucloxacillin works by preventing bacteria from forming cell walls, which stops their growth and kills them. It is particularly effective against Staphylococcus aureus, a common cause of skin infections. Tablets are usually taken on an empty stomach, one hour before or two hours after food, for best absorption. Completing the full prescribed course helps ensure the infection is fully cleared and reduces the risk of antibiotic resistance.

Flucloxacillin Tablets are a prescription antibiotic used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections caused by susceptible bacteria. They belong to the penicillin group of antibiotics and work by stopping the growth of bacteria, helping the body’s immune system eliminate the infection.

Flucloxacillin is commonly prescribed for infections affecting the skin and soft tissues, respiratory tract, bones and joints, and other bacterial infections caused by Staphylococcus species and other susceptible organisms.

Key Benefits

  • Effective against a variety of bacterial infections
  • Treats skin, soft tissue, bone, joint, and respiratory infections
  • Belongs to the penicillin class of antibiotics
  • Available in convenient tablet form
  • Helps eliminate infection when taken as prescribed