Uses of Faclacin 2

Faclacin 2 is a combination drug with 2 ingredients Amoxicillin and Cloxacillin. Faclacin 2 is indicated in the treatment of infections caused by susceptible bacteria such as otitis media, acute exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary tract infections, prevention of infective endocarditis, ..
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What is Faclacin 2? Faclacin 2 belongs to the anti-parasitic and anti-infective group. Combining 2 ingredients Amoxicillin (as Amoxicillin trihydrate) 250mg, Cloxacillin (as Cloxacillin sodium) 250mg, has bactericidal effect by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis. Faclacin 2 is available in capsule form.
Faclacin 2 is active against most Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria, indicated in the treatment of infections caused by susceptible microorganisms: Ear, nose and throat infections (acute sinusitis, acute otitis media) , respiratory tract infections (Community-acquired pneumonia, exacerbation of chronic bronchitis), cystitis, skin and soft tissue infections, osteoarthritis, prophylactic treatment of infective endocarditis .
Faclacin 2 absolutely should not be used in the following cases: Patients with a history of hypersensitivity, allergy to any ingredient of the drug, history of allergy to beta-lactam drugs (penicillins, cephalosporins).

The patient takes Faclacin 2 as prescribed by the doctor. Faclacin 2 is available in capsule form for oral administration. Before using, it is necessary to carefully read the instructions on how to use Faclacin 2 on the drug leaflet. Patients take the drug 1 hour before eating or 2 hours after eating.
Dosage:
Adults: take 1-2 tablets/time x 4 times/day, each time taking 6 hours apart.
Children: take 50 mg/kg body weight/day, divided into 4 times.
Dosage may vary based on the patient's weight, infection status, and physical condition. The above is only a reference dose, patients should consult a specialist to determine the appropriate dosage.
In case the patient forgets a dose of Faclacin 2 while taking it, take it again as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose of Faclacin 2 at the indicated time of day. Patients are advised not to double the prescribed dose.

When using Faclacin 2, patients may experience some of the following undesirable effects:
Digestive system: Inflammation of the mouth, tongue, vomiting, diarrhea, pseudomembranous colitis, cholestatic jaundice. Systemic and Skin: Fever, urticaria, bacterial superinfection, erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis and bullous dermatitis, exfoliative dermatitis and generalized pustular dermatitis acute body. Blood: Eosinophilia, thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis.

When using Faclacin 2, patients should note the following information:
Patients with pseudomembranous colitis, or symptoms of bloody stools, stomach cramps should immediately notify the doctor for treatment. appropriate advice and treatment. Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages (wine, beer), other stimulants, because they can make you dehydrated, disrupt your sleep and affect the effectiveness of Faclacin 2 in fighting infections. Once symptoms have improved (fever is gone, infection is reduced), do not stop taking the medicine on your own until your doctor tells you to, as this may cause symptoms to reappear and make the infection worse. infections that are difficult to treat due to antibiotic resistance. Stop using Faclacin 2 and tell your doctor right away if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of your face, throat, tongue, and trouble breathing while taking it. Faclacin should not be used with allopurinol, it will reduce the effectiveness of the drug and other antibiotics such as chloramphenicol, erythromycin, aminoglycosides and tetracyclines because drug interactions will cause unwanted effects. For drivers and operators: Caution should be exercised when using Faclacin 2 for subjects driving and operating machines. Pregnancy: The drug crosses the placenta and breast milk. Although there is no evidence that the drug affects the fetus and nursing infant, it is necessary to use the drug as prescribed by the doctor to avoid unwanted side effects for the mother and the baby. Faclacin is a combination of two ingredients, Amoxicillin and Cloxacillin. Faclacin is indicated in the treatment of infections caused by susceptible bacteria such as otitis media, acute exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary tract infections, prevention of infective endocarditis,... If patients need more information about Faclacin 2, they can contact the hotline to Vinmec General Hospital for advice by a team of experienced doctors and pharmacists.