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Who can and cannot take flucloxacillin

Who can take flucloxacillin

Most adults and children can take flucloxacillin.

Who may not be able to take flucloxacillin

Flucloxacillin is not suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor or pharmacist before taking flucloxacillin if you:

  • have ever had an allergic reaction to flucloxacillin, any other penicillin type antibiotic or any other medicine
  • have liver or kidney problems
  • have recently had, or are due to have, any vaccinations

Page last reviewed: 26 June 2025
Next review due: 26 June 2028