Bactocill is an antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of infections, including sinusitis, strep throat, pneumonia, respiratory tract, ear infections, dental abscesses, skin infections, and STDs like gonorrhea and syphilis, infections of the genital and urinary tract.
Bactocill kills bacteria by destroying the cell walls of the invading microorganisms. However, moil is not effective against viruses and fungi and there are a number of bacteria, the so-called "super bugs", that are resistant to penicillin antibiotics including Bactocill.
If you are allergic to penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics, check with your physician before taking Bactocill.
People with Cystic fibrosis are more prone to side effects from penicillin antibiotic like Bactocill.
Those who are using oral contraceptives should switch to other methods of contraceptives while taking Bactocill.
If you have ever had asthma, hives, hay fever, or other allergic reaction to penicillin consult with your physician before taking Bactocill.
Stop taking Bactocill if you experience reactions such as rash, fever, itching, joint pain, swollen lymph nodes, and or sores on the genitals.
It is imperative to take Bactocill for the entire course your physician has prescribed. Even if you feel better, you should to continue taking Bactocill.
Bactocill should not be taken on an empty stomach.
Tell your physician if you have ever had asthma, colitis, diabetes, or kidney or liver disease before taking Bactocill.
Side effects of Bactocill may include upset stomach, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, anxiety, colitis, confusion, convulsions, dizziness, hives, liver problems and jaundice, fungal infections, rash, tooth discoloration in children, and appetite loss.
If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, inform your physician before taking Bactocill.
Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed while taking Bactocill.
Check with your doctor before combining Bactocill with the following:
Antacids
Beta-blockers
Blood thinning
drugs
Chloramphenicol
Erythromycin
NSAIDs like Aleve or
ibuprofen
Oral contraceptives
Probenecid
Tetracycline
Do not take Bactocill with carbonated drinks or fruit juice.
Bactocill may cause vitamin deficiency. It is recommended to take daily multivitamins while taking Bactocill.
ADULTS
500-1000mg every 4-6 hours.
CHILDREN
25-50 mg per pound of body weight, in 4-6 doses,
daily.
Symptoms of Bactocill overdose may include short breath, diarrhea, nausea, stomach cramps, vomiting.
If you suspect Bactocill overdose, seek medical attention right away.
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