It:Flucloxacillin
About Flucloxacillin
Flucloxacillin is a antibiotic which is part of the penicillin group. It works by breaking down the wall of the bacteria cells invading the body and therefore forcing them break up and dye. Flucloxacillin is used when the bacteria present in the body is a penicillin resistant bacteria call staphylococci. This can be used to break down this bacteria as it is not broken down by the penicillinase enzyme that is produced by this group of bacteria.
When is it used
Flucloxacillin is usually used when a patient is suffering from various inferctions, such as: bond and joint; skin and wound; organs involved in breathing and the inflammation of the lining of the heart cavity and valves due to the bacteria staphylococcus.
Side Effect
The side effects to taking this medication varys depending on the indivdual. Some people will suffer from any of the following side effects and others will have none.
- Rash
- Itching
- Nausea and vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Yellowing of the skin and eyes
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Fortunatally there are no known harmful effects when taking this medicine during pregnancy, however, as with all medicines it should be used with caution during pregnancy and only if the expected benefits outweigh any potential risks to the unborn baby. If unsure seek further medical advice from your doctor.
When taking this medication whilst breast feeding small amounts of the medicine passes into breast milk, this amount is unlikely to harm the nursing infant.
Structure
Description
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| Systematic (IUPAC) name | 6-((S)-3-(2-chloro-6-fluorophenyl)-5-methylisoxazole-
4-carboxamido)-3,3-dimethyl-7-oxo-4-thia-1-azabicyclo [3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid |
| Molecular formula | C19H17N3ClFO5S |
| Molecular mass | 453.87 g/mol |
| Half life | 0.75-1 hour |
| CAS number | 5250-39-5 |
3D Structure
References
- www.tiscali.co.uk/lifestyle/healthfitness/health_advice/netdoctor/archive/100001071_2.html
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flucloxacillin