Cuxacillin

Cuxacillin: an effective penicillin antibiotic

Cuxacillin is an antibiotic belonging to the penicillin group. It is widely used to treat various infections caused by microorganisms sensitive to it. The main active substance in the drug is amoxicillin. Cuxacillin is manufactured by Thad Pharmaceuticals Wecker GmbH in Germany.

One of the synonyms for Cuxacillin is amoxicillin, which means that these two drugs contain the same active substance. In addition, Kuksacillin may be known under such trade names as Amine, Amoxicar, Amoxillat, Amoxillat-250, Amoxicillin Watham, Amoxicillin trihydrate, Amoxicillin-Ratiopharm, Amoxicillin-Ratiopharm 250 TC, Amoxicillin-Teva, Amoxicillin sodium salt sterile, Amoxicillin trihydrate , Amokson and Am.

Cuxacillin is available in the form of film-coated tablets, the dosage of which is 1 gram. It is effective in treating various infections of the respiratory tract and ENT organs, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, tonsillitis, acute otitis media, pharyngitis and sinusitis. It is also used for infections of the genitourinary system, including urethritis, cystitis, pyelonephritis, endometritis and uncomplicated gonorrhea. Cuxacillin is also effective for infections of the skin and soft tissues, gastrointestinal tract (peritonitis, enterocolitis, cholecystitis, cholangitis, typhoid fever), leptospirosis, listeriosis, meningitis, Lyme disease (borreliosis), prevention of endocarditis and surgical infection. It can also be used in combination therapy of gastritis and peptic ulcers with the use of metronidazole, as well as in sepsis together with aminoglycosides.

Like any other medication, Cuxacillin has some contraindications. It is not recommended to use the drug in case of hypersensitivity to penicillins, cephalosporins, carbapenems, as well as in the presence of allergic diathesis, bronchial asthma, hay fever, infectious mononucleosis, lymphocytic leukemia and a history of gastrointestinal diseases, especially associated with diarrhea caused by taking antibiotics.

Cuxacillin is usually taken orally, 30-60 minutes before meals. The dosage and duration of treatment depend on the type of infection, its severity and the sensitivity of the pathogen to the drug. It is recommended to follow your doctor's instructions or instructions for use.

Side effects of Cuxacillin may include allergic reactions, dyspeptic disorders (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea), liver dysfunction, blood disorders (thrombocytopenia, leukopenia), headache, dizziness and others. If you experience any unwanted effects, you should consult your doctor.

It is important to take Cuxacillin only as prescribed by your doctor and not stop taking it even if your condition improves. Incomplete treatment can lead to recurrence of infection or the development of microorganism resistance to the antibiotic.

It is important to note that the information provided here is not a substitute for medical advice. For accurate information about the use of Cuxacillin and its side effects, it is recommended to consult your doctor or pharmacist.