Klox D 500 mg Capsule

Klox D 500 mg Capsule is a prescription antibiotic capsule that contains 500 mg of dicloxacillin in each capsule. It belongs to the penicillin-type antibiotic class and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, especially infections caused by penicillinase-producing staphylococci when the bacteria are susceptible. The Klox D 500 mg Capsule is for bacterial, not viral, infections such as colds or flu. This 500 mg capsule is a higher-strength dicloxacillin product that may be chosen when a doctor wants a full adult treatment dose in capsule form.

How it works: Dicloxacillin works by stopping bacteria from building a strong cell wall, which makes the bacteria break apart and die. In capsule form, Klox D 500 mg Capsule is swallowed and absorbed so the medicine can reach the infection through the bloodstream.

Klox D 500 mg Capsule delivers a higher amount of dicloxacillin per capsule than lower-strength dicloxacillin products, so it can reduce the number of capsules needed per dose. It is typically suited for adults or older adolescents who can swallow capsules and who have been assessed by a clinician for an infection that needs this strength. Because it is a higher strength, it should only be used when a doctor specifically prescribes it and sets the dosing schedule.

• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Staph infections that are susceptible to dicloxacillin
• Bone and joint infections when prescribed
• Respiratory infections caused by susceptible bacteria
• Post-surgical or wound infections when directed by a doctor

• Swallow Klox D 500 mg Capsule whole with a full glass of water; do not crush, chew, or open it.
• Take it on an empty stomach, usually 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after meals, because food can reduce absorption.
• Try to take each dose at evenly spaced times to keep the antibiotic level steady.
• Finish the full prescribed course even if you feel better before it is done.
• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.

Each Klox D 500 mg Capsule provides 500 mg of dicloxacillin, which is a common adult-strength capsule dose. Your doctor may prescribe it multiple times per day, often every 6 hours, depending on the infection and your response; the maximum daily amount must be set by your prescriber based on your condition. Do not change the dose or stop early without medical advice.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Dicloxacillin may include:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Stomach upset or abdominal pain
• Mild rash
• Headache
• These stomach side effects may be more noticeable if the capsule is not taken correctly

• Do not take Klox D 500 mg Capsule if you have a known allergy to dicloxacillin or other penicillin antibiotics.
• Tell your doctor if you have had liver problems, kidney disease, or antibiotic-associated colitis before starting treatment.
• This higher-strength capsule is not for viral illnesses like colds, flu, or sore throat unless a bacterial infection has been confirmed.
• Take it on an empty stomach for better absorption; taking it with meals may lower the amount your body absorbs.
• Alcohol is not known to directly interact with dicloxacillin, but heavy use can worsen stomach upset and make you feel worse while sick.
• Tell your prescriber about all medicines you take, especially blood thinners, methotrexate, and other antibiotics.
• Use caution if you need to drive and you feel dizzy, weak, or unwell after taking the capsule.

• Warfarin and other anticoagulants
• Methotrexate
• Tetracycline antibiotics
• Probenecid
• Oral contraceptives may be less reliable if vomiting or severe diarrhea occurs

Store Klox D 500 mg Capsule at room temperature in a dry place, away from moisture and direct heat, and keep it in the original strip/box until use.