Flucloxacillin

Flucloxcillin is a penicillinase-resistant penicillin used for infections caused by beta-lactamase producing staphyloccci. It is commonly used in soft tissue infections. It can be used in endocarditis. When given intravenously to jaundiced neonates there is a risk of kernicterus. Flucloxacillin can cause cholestatic jaundice.