It is very important to know about what medicine is given by the doctor, for what condition, and when it needs to be taken in what dose. This information given by the doctor is called Prescription. The patients should be familiar with the medicine prescription, and the details about the medicine before purchasing it and using it. Some medications need not be prescribed by healthcare practitioners and can be purchased and used without prescription by the patients; these are called over-the-counter medications. Read the drug prescription information of Rivaclox before taking it.
Treating infections caused by certain types of bacteria. Ampicillin (Rivaclox) is a penicillin antibiotic. It works by killing sensitive bacteria by interfering with formation of the bacteria's cell wall while it is growing. This weakens the cell wall and it ruptures, resulting in the death of the bacteria.
Important safety information:
Ampicillin only works against bacteria; it does not treat viral infections (eg, the common cold).
Be sure to use Ampicillin (Rivaclox) for the full course of treatment. If you do not, the medicine may not clear up your infection completely. The bacteria could also become less sensitive to this or other medicines. This could make the infection harder to treat in the future.
Long-term or repeated use of Ampicillin (Rivaclox) may cause a second infection. Tell your doctor if signs of a second infection occur. Your medicine may need to be changed to treat this.
If vomiting or diarrhea occurs, you will need to take care not to become dehydrated. Contact your doctor for instructions.
Mild diarrhea is common with antibiotic use. However, a more serious form of diarrhea (pseudomembranous colitis) may rarely occur. This may develop while you use the antibiotic or within several months after you stop using it. Contact your doctor right away if stomach pain or cramps, severe diarrhea, or bloody stools occur. Do not treat diarrhea without first checking with your doctor.
Hormonal birth control (eg, birth control pills) may not work as well while you are using Ampicillin (Rivaclox). To prevent pregnancy, use an extra form of birth control (eg, condoms).
Diabetes patients - Ampicillin (Rivaclox) may cause the results of some tests for urine glucose to be wrong. Ask your doctor before you change your diet or the dose of your diabetes medicine.
Lab tests, including white blood cell counts and kidney function tests, may be performed while you use Ampicillin (Rivaclox). These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Use Ampicillin (Rivaclox) with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 10 years old who have diarrhea or an infection of the stomach or bowel.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Ampicillin (Rivaclox) while you are pregnant. Ampicillin (Rivaclox) is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Ampicillin (Rivaclox), check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
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Ampicillin (Rivaclox) side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Inflammation and redness of the tongue; irritation of mouth or throat; mild diarrhea; nausea; second infection; vomiting.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bloody stools; severe diarrhea; stomach pain/cramps; vaginal irritation or discharge.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Cloxacillin (Rivaclox)
What is Cloxacillin (Rivaclox)
Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) is an antibiotic in the class of drugs called penicillins. It fights bacteria in your body. Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) is used to treat many different types of infections caused by staphylococcus bacteria ("staph" infections). Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) may also be used for purposes other than those listed in Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) guide.
Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) side effects
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) and seek emergency medical attention:
an allergic reaction (shortness of breath; closing of your throat; hives; swelling of your lips, face, or tongue; rash; or fainting);
seizures;
severe watery diarrhea and abdominal cramps; or
unusual bleeding or bruising.
Other, less serious side effects maybe more likely to occur. Continue to take Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) and talk to your doctor if you experience
mild nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or abdominal pain;
white patches on the tongue (thrush/yeast infection);
itching or discharge of the vagina (vaginal yeast infection); or
black, "hairy" tongue or sore mouth or tongue.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. See also: Side effects (in more detail)
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Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) dosing
Usual Adult Dose for Upper Respiratory Tract Infection:
250 mg orally every 6 hours for 7 to 14 days, depending on the nature and severity of the infection. Maximum dose: 4 g/day.
Usual Adult Dose for Pneumonia:
500 mg orally every 6 hours for up to 21 days, depending on the nature and severity of the infection. Maximum dose: 4 g/day.
Usual Adult Dose for Skin and Structure Infection:
500 mg orally every 6 hours for 7 days, or until 3 days after acute inflammation resolves, depending on the nature and severity of the infection. Maximum dose: 4 g/day.
Usual Adult Dose for Cystitis:
250 mg orally every 6 hours for 3 to 7 days, depending on the nature and severity of the infection. Cloxacillin is rarely indicated for the treatment of cystitis. Maximum dose: 4 g/day.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Pneumonia:
The safety and efficacy of Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) in children < 1 year have not been established. >= 1 year to 18 years: 50 to 100 mg/kg/day orally divided every 6 hours. Maximum dose: 4 g/day.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Upper Respiratory Tract Infection:
The safety and efficacy of Cloxacillin in children < 1 year have not been established. >= 1 year to 18 years: 50 to 100 mg/kg/day orally divided every 6 hours. Maximum dose: 4 g/day.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Skin and Structure Infection:
The safety and efficacy of Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) in children < 1 year have not been established. >= 1 year to 18 years: 50 to 100 mg/kg/day orally divided every 6 hours. Maximum dose: 4 g/day.
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Can Rivaclox be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Cloxacillin (Rivaclox)?
If you have ever had an allergic reaction to another penicillin or to a cephalosporin, do not take Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) unless your doctor is aware of your allergy and monitors your therapy.
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, stomach or intestinal disease, or infectious mononucleosis. You may not be able to take Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) because of an increased risk of side effects.
If you are a diabetic, some glucose urine tests may give false positive results while you are taking Cloxacillin (Rivaclox).
Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) is in the FDA pregnancy category B. This means that it is unlikely to harm an unborn baby. Do not, however, take Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) passes into breast milk. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
How should I take Cloxacillin (Rivaclox)?
Take Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
Take each dose with a full glass of water.
Take Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) on an empty stomach 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals.
Do not drink juice or carbonated beverages (soda) with your dose of Cloxacillin (Rivaclox). These beverages will decrease the effectiveness of the drug.
Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) should be taken at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night to keep the level in your blood high enough to treat the infection.
Do not crush, chew, or open the capsules. Swallow them whole.
Shake the suspension well before measuring a dose. To ensure that you get a correct dose, measure the liquid form of Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) with a dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular tablespoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist where you can get one.
Take all of the Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) that has been prescribed for you even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms may start to improve before the infection is completely treated.
Store the capsules at room temperature and store the suspension in the refrigerator for longer use. The suspension is good for 14 days if it is stored in the refrigerator. Throw away any unused liquid after this amount of time.
Who should not take Ampicillin (Rivaclox)?
Some medical conditions may interact with Ampicillin (Rivaclox). Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have a stomach infection or diarrhea
if you have had a severe allergic reaction (eg, severe rash, hives, difficulty breathing, dizziness) to a cephalosporin antibiotic (eg, cephalexin) or other beta-lactam antibiotic (eg, imipenem)
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Ampicillin (Rivaclox). Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Tetracyclines (eg, doxycycline) because they may decrease ampicillin's effectiveness
Probenecid because it may increase the risk of ampicillin's side effects
Allopurinol because the risk of skin rash may be increased
Anticoagulants (heparin, warfarin) or methotrexate because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Ampicillin (Rivaclox)
Aminoglycosides (eg, gentamicin), birth control pills, or live oral typhoid vaccine because their effectiveness may be decreased by Ampicillin (Rivaclox)
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Ampicillin (Rivaclox) may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Ampicillin (Rivaclox)?
Use Ampicillin (Rivaclox) as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Take Ampicillin (Rivaclox) by mouth at least one-half hour before or 2 hours after eating.
Take Ampicillin (Rivaclox) with a full glass of water (8 oz/240 mL).
Take Ampicillin (Rivaclox) on a regular schedule to get the most benefit from it. Taking Ampicillin (Rivaclox) at the same time each day will help you remember to take it.
To clear up your infection completely, use Ampicillin (Rivaclox) for the full course of treatment. Keep using it even if you feel better in a few days.
If you miss a dose of Ampicillin (Rivaclox), take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Ampicillin (Rivaclox).
What other drugs will affect Cloxacillin (Rivaclox)?
Some drugs may decrease the effects of Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) and prevent it from properly treating your infection. Before taking Cloxacillin (Rivaclox), tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following drugs:
cholestyramine (Questran) or colestipol (Colestid); or
another antibiotic (for the same or for a different infection) such as erythromycin (Ery-Tab, E-Mycin, E.E.S., others), tetracycline (Sumycin, others), minocycline (Minocin), doxycycline (Doryx, Vibramycin, others), or any other.
Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) may decrease the effectiveness of birth control pills. Use a second method of birth control while taking Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) to protect against pregnancy.
Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) increases the effects of methotrexate, and you may need a dose adjustment during therapy with Cloxacillin (Rivaclox).
Cloxacillin (Rivaclox) also increases the side effects of allopurinol (Zyloprim) and may cause a rash.
Probenecid (Benemid) increases the effects of Cloxacillin (Rivaclox). These drugs may be used together for this purpose; however, be sure your doctor is aware if you are taking probenecid. You may need a lower dose of Cloxacillin (Rivaclox).
Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Cloxacillin (Rivaclox). Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.
Can Rivaclox be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Rivaclox be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Rivaclox, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Rivaclox. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
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How active was the Rivaclox in relieving patients of the disease or symptoms? Based on the survey reports from users of gmedication.com, about Not useful percentage of users claimed the Rivaclox were useful to them in reducing their symptoms and diseases. However, the effectiveness of the medicine is influenced by many factors like the perception of the symptom, the severity of the conditions, and some other factors; the brand name could also be a factor to an extent. In the event the medicine does not produce the same effective result in your case, ensure you consult your medical expert to reexamine you on your disease or symptoms and prescribe, after that, alternative medications.
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