Medicine overview
Indications of Facid 2%
Theropeutic Class
Pharmacology
Dosage & Administration of Facid 2%
Interaction of Facid 2%
Contraindications
Side Effects of Facid 2%
Pregnancy & Lactation
Precautions & Warnings
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Facid 2% used for?
Treatment of infections caused by susceptible organisms especially Staph eg, osteomyelitis, septicaemia, endocarditis, superinfected cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, skin & soft tissue infections, surgical & traumatic wound infections.
What is the dosage of Facid 2%?
Adult: 250-500 mg every 8 hourlySkin & soft tissue infection: 250 mg twice daily.
What are the side effects of Facid 2%?
GI disturbances eg, dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, epigastric pain, anorexia; jaundice & change of liver function.
Who should not take Facid 2%?
Hypersensitivity
What precautions should be taken with Facid 2%?
Hepatic impairment, biliary obstruction or disease. Monitor hepatic function periodically in patients on high or prolonged oral doses. Avoid during 3rd trimester of pregnancy. Lactation. Premature, jaundiced, acidotic or seriously ill neonates.
Is Facid 2% safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
No data found
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