Perpen®
Flucloxacillin
Product Key Facts
Anti-infectives
Medications used to combat bacterial infections and inhibit the growth of bacteria.
Fighting Bacterial Infections
Fighting bacterial infections involves the use of antibiotics, which are medications designed to target and eliminate bacteria. The choice of antibiotic depends on the type of bacteria causing the infection. It's crucial to complete the full course of prescribed antibiotics, even if symptoms improve, to prevent antibiotic resistance.
Details at a Glance
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Specifications
Perpen® 250: Each capsule contains Flucloxacillin 250 mg as Flucloxacillin Sodium BP. Perpen® 500: Each capsule contains Flucloxacillin 500 mg as Flucloxacillin Sodium BP. Perpen® Granules for Suspension: When reconstituted, each 5 ml contains Flucloxacillin BP 125mg/5ml as Flucloxacillin Sodium BP.
Perpen® is indicated for the treatment of infections due to Gram-positive organisms, including infections caused by ß-lactamase producing staphylococci. Typical indications include: Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: Boils, abscesses, carbuncles, furunculosis, cellulitis, infected wounds, infected burns, protection of skin grafts, and impetigo. Infected Skin Conditions: Ulcer, eczema and acne etc. Respiratory Tract Infections: Pneumonia, lung abscess, empyema, sinusitis, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, quinsy, otitis media and externa. Other infections caused by Flucloxacillin-sensitive organisms such as osteomyelitis, enteritis, endocarditis, urinary tract infections, meningitis, and septicaemia.
Adult: The usual adult dose is 250mg 6 hourly. In severe infections, the dose may be doubled to 500mg 6 hourly. Children 2-10 years: Half of the adult dose. Children Under 2 Years: Quarter of the adult dose. Osteomyelitis, endocarditis: Up to 8 gm daily, in divided doses six to eight hourly. Doses should be administered half to one hour before meals.
