Seek immediate medical attention by calling 911 if you experience symptoms of black-out or convulsive seizures, agitation, confusion or a potentially fatal allergic reaction to oxacillin, characterized by difficulty breathing, hives, rash, itching, tight chest, a dangerous drop in blood pressure or swelling of the mouth, tongue, lips or face. Such a reaction usually occurs in the first 20 minutes after taking oxacillin, but can happen from 48 hours to a month after the medication is administered.
Similarly delayed side effects of taking oxacillin include:
- fever
- malaise
- urticaria
- myalgia
- arthralgia
- abdominal pain
- nausea
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- stomatitis
- black or hairy tongue
- gastrointestinal irritation
Call your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms. Call your doctor right away if you experience any other serious side effects, including:
- sore throat
- headaches
- watery or bloody diarrhea
- flu-like symptoms (fever, chills, body aches)
- easy bruising or bleeding
- unusual weakness
- diminished or no urine
- unusual thoughts or behavior
- a severe rash with blistering, peeling and redness
Less serious side effects include:
- nausea
- vomiting
- stomach pain
- vaginal itching or discharge
- headaches
Call your doctor to discuss treatment for these symptoms.
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