Cloxin is a prescription medication that contains the active ingredient cloxacillin, a type of penicillin antibiotic. This medication is indicated to treat a variety of bacterial infections, which may involve the respiratory tract, skin, joints or bones. This medication may be administered orally or by injection. In the United States, this medication is marketed under the alternate brand name Cloxapen. Patients should discuss Cloxin side effects with a medical professional before receiving treatment with this medication.
Oral or Vaginal Yeast Infection
Treatment with this medication may disrupt the normal balance of protective bacteria within the body. Consequently, overgrowth of a particular type of yeast called candida albicans may occur in patients taking Cloxin. Excessive levels of yeast in the body can cause oral or vaginal yeast infections in patients. Side effects associated with an oral yeast infection, also called thrush, include white lesions across the tongue, Drugs.com explains. Women who develop a vaginal yeast infection while taking Cloxin may experience persistent, intense vaginal itching accompanied by profuse, thick, white vaginal discharge. If these side effects occur, patients should consult a medical professional. A doctor may prescribe additional antifungal medication to resolve oral or vaginal yeast infection side effects.
Upset Stomach
Following treatment with Cloxin, patients may develop upset stomach side effects, including nausea and vomiting, KidsHealth reports. Certain patients may also experience diarrhea, which can contribute to abdominal pain, bloating, gas or cramping. Heartburn, a side effect characterized by an uncomfortable burning sensation in the chest, may also arise. Patients who experience sudden or severe chest pain, especially if it is accompanied by stomach discomfort, should seek prompt medical care. Acute chest pain may be a sign of an alternate medical problem, such as a heart attack.
Flu-like Symptoms
Cloxin may cause flu-like symptoms in certain patients, such as fever or joint discomfort, within a few days or weeks following the onset of treatment, according to SAEPI, or South African Electronic Package Inserts. Fever may induce additional side effects including headache, sweating, chills or flushing. Certain patients may also experience unusually itchy skin or may develop a skin rash. Patients who experience these side effects should consult a physician for further evaluation and care.
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