Nafcillin Sodium Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Nafcillin Sodium, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Nafcillin Sodium brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Nafcillin Sodium

Pronunciation : naf-SIL-in

ICD Code : Y41.8 Therapeutic Classification : Anti- Infectives

Brand Names or Trade Names of Nafcillin Sodium

International :

Nafcillin

Why is Nafcillin Sodium Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a penicillin antibiotic, prescribed for certain bacterial infections. It blocks bacterical cell wall growth.

When should Nafcillin Sodium not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients who are taking tetracycline antibiotics; known hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Nafcillin Sodium?

IV- The usual dosage for adults is 500 mg every 4 hours. For severe infections, 1 g every 4 hours is recommended.

How should Nafcillin Sodium be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Nafcillin Sodium?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, hay fever, kidney, liver, gastrointestinal disease, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Monitor blood sugar level regularly in diabetic patients while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Nafcillin Sodium?

Gastrointestinal - Intestinal infection.
Genitourinary - Kidney damage.
Hypersensitivity - Hives, itching, nerve swelling, throat pain, asthma, low blood pressure, fever, uneasiness, joint pain, muscle pain, abdominal pain and rashes.
Metabolic - Bone marrow depression.
Miscellaneous - Injection site reactions include pain, swelling, vein inflammation, inflammation at the injection site.