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Cellulitis antibiotic counselling — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A patient is prescribed flucloxacillin 500 mg four times daily for cellulitis. He asks how to take it. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: D — Take doses spaced through the day, preferably on an empty stomach

Flucloxacillin is usually taken four times daily and is best absorbed on an empty stomach. The patient should complete the prescribed course and seek help if symptoms worsen. The other options either delay appropriate care, use an unsuitable medicine, or miss the main safety issue.

Reference: NICE CKS; BNF