pathocil

Frequently asked questions

What does Pathocil treat?

Pathocil (Dicloxacillin Sodium) may be used to treat cellulitis, osteomyelitis, postoperative complications, staphylococcal skin infections, urinary tract infections, wound infection, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.

How much does Pathocil cost?

Nobody can tell you what you will pay — your price is set by your insurer's formulary, your deductible and the pharmacy's markup, and none of those are published. What IS published is what the pharmacy paid to acquire it: about $23.69 for 30, per the CMS NADAC survey. Treat that as the floor, not the quote — ask the pharmacist for the cash price as well as your copay, because for cheap generics the cash price often wins.

Is there a coupon or discount for Pathocil?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Pathocil. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.

Who makes Pathocil?

Pathocil is marketed by Wyeth Ayerst. You can see Wyeth Ayerst's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Pathocil a brand-name or generic drug?

Pathocil is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Dicloxacillin Sodium. Lower-cost generic equivalents containing Dicloxacillin Sodium are available — ask your pharmacist.

Is Pathocil available over the counter?

No. Pathocil is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.

What forms does Pathocil come in?

Pathocil is currently marketed as capsule, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

What class of drug is Pathocil?

Pathocil is classified as penicillin-class antibacterial, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.

Is Pathocil FDA-registered?

Pathocil is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA050011. You can verify this on its official FDA label.