🦠AntibioticsInjectable Solution
Nafcillin
Nafcillin Sodium
A penicillinase-resistant penicillin antibiotic used to treat serious infections caused by penicillinase-producing staphylococci, including skin and soft tissue infections.
Form
Injectable Solution
Uses
2
Side effects
3
Category
Antibiotics
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What is Nafcillin used for?
- Treatment of staphylococcal infections resistant to penicillin
- Treatment of serious bone, joint, and soft tissue infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus
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Nafcillin Sodium side effects
Common side effects of Nafcillin Sodium include:
Phlebitis at injection site
Nausea
Hypersensitivity reactions including rash
CommonModerateLess common
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Nafcillin Sodium warnings & precautions
- Serious hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis reported
- Monitor renal and hepatic function with prolonged use
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Frequently asked questions
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Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the FDA openFDA database and is provided for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or pharmacist before starting or changing medication.