Flucloxacillin 250mg/5ml Oral Solution
£9.50
Flucloxacillin 250mg/5ml oral solution × 100ml for impetigo. £9.50. Pharmacist review required.
- Pharmacist clinical review before supply
- UK pricing shown by pack size
- Discreet delivery options available
Introduction
About Flucloxacillin 250mg/5ml oral solution
Flucloxacillin is an oral penicillin antibiotic used for moderate to severe impetigo or cases that do not respond to topical treatments. Oral solution 250mg/5ml × 100ml.
Take on an empty stomach (1 hour before or 2 hours after food). Complete the full course. A clinician sets the exact dose for age and severity.
- 100ml — £9.50
Benefits
Why people consider this flucloxacillin liquid
A liquid oral antibiotic option when capsules are not suitable or a measured liquid dose is preferred.
Oral penicillin antibiotic
Targets bacteria that commonly cause impetigo.
250mg in 5ml
Measured liquid dosing as directed on your label.
Better on an empty stomach
Take 1 hour before or 2 hours after food.
Clear private price
£9.50 for 100ml.
Eligibility
Who this medicine may be for
For people who need liquid flucloxacillin and are not allergic to penicillin.
May be suitable if
- You (or your child) need liquid flucloxacillin for impetigo
- There is no penicillin allergy
- You can measure doses accurately and take on an empty stomach
- You have answered the consultation questions truthfully
May not be suitable if
- Penicillin or flucloxacillin allergy
- Another antibiotic is more appropriate
- Urgent care is needed for severe spreading infection
- You cannot complete a full antibiotic course as directed
A clinician decides whether treatment is appropriate. Completing a consultation does not guarantee a prescription.
How it works
How flucloxacillin works
Flucloxacillin kills Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes that cause impetigo.
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Online consultation
Tell us about the rash or sores, how widespread they are, how long they have been present, any allergies (especially penicillin), and other medicines.
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Clinical review
A UK-registered clinician checks whether a topical antiseptic/antibiotic or an oral antibiotic is appropriate and safe for you.
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If suitable, we dispense
Approved treatment is dispensed by our pharmacy and delivered discreetly, with clear directions for use.
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Complete the course
Use as directed. Contact your GP if there is no improvement within the expected time.
Using treatment
How to take Flucloxacillin 250mg/5ml oral solution
Dose is usually based on age and severity (often in the 250–500mg range four times daily for about 7 days for older patients; children use weight/age-based liquid doses). Take on an empty stomach. Shake well if advised. Complete the full course.
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Measure the dose carefully
Use the oral syringe or spoon provided. Follow your label.
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Empty stomach
1 hour before or 2 hours after food.
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Complete the course
Do not stop early even if symptoms improve.
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Follow up if needed
Contact your GP if no improvement after 5–7 days.
Safety
Safety information
Do not take if allergic to penicillin. Seek urgent help for severe allergy, jaundice, or severe diarrhoea.
Contact your GP if there is no improvement after 5–7 days.
- Take on an empty stomach. Complete the full course.
- Do not take if allergic to penicillin.
- Read the patient information leaflet before first use.
- I agree to take the medication as prescribed and have answered consultation questions truthfully.
Side effects
Possible side effects
Common effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, mild rash and stomach discomfort.
- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea or stomach discomfort Common. Seek advice if severe or persistent.
- Mild rash or itching Stop and seek medical advice — this may signal penicillin allergy.
- Serious reactions — seek help now Seek urgent help for severe allergy (face swelling, breathing difficulty), yellowing of the skin or eyes, or severe diarrhoea.
Always read the flucloxacillin patient information leaflet. This page is general information for UK patients and is not a substitute for personalised clinical advice.
Common questions
Flucloxacillin 250mg/5ml oral solution FAQs
Common questions about this liquid antibiotic. A clinician still decides what is right for you.
What is this medicine?
Flucloxacillin liquid antibiotic for impetigo when oral treatment is needed.
How do I take it?
Measure the labelled dose, preferably on an empty stomach, usually several times a day for about 7 days. Complete the course.
How much does it cost?
£9.50 for 100ml.
Will I definitely get this medicine?
No. Supply depends on eligibility, safety and clinical judgement.
How is delivery handled?
If a prescription is issued, our pharmacy dispenses the medicine and sends it to your UK address in plain packaging.
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