Pharmacotherapeutic group: Antibiotic
ATC Vet Code: QJ51CF02
Pharmacodynamic properties
Cloxacillin is a member of the Beta-lactam group and is active against penicillin G resistant staphylococci. It binds to membrane bound proteins known as PBP's (Penicillin-binding proteins) that are located beneath the cell wall, thereby disrupting cell walls synthesis. Cloxacillin is bactericidal.