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Flucloxacillin doesn't appear in the commonly referenced antibiotics for treating HS. The antibiotics most frequently discussed for HS include:

- Topical options: Clindamycin, dapsone, fusidic acid, gentamicin
- Oral options: Doxycycline, minocycline, rifampin, metronidazole, tetracyclines
- Combination therapy: Clindamycin Show Full Answer

Flucloxacillin doesn't appear in the commonly referenced antibiotics for treating HS. The antibiotics most frequently discussed for HS include:

- Topical options: Clindamycin, dapsone, fusidic acid, gentamicin
- Oral options: Doxycycline, minocycline, rifampin, metronidazole, tetracyclines
- Combination therapy: Clindamycin + rifampin (often used for moderate to severe HS) That doesn't necessarily mean flucloxacillin won't work for some people — HS treatment is highly individual. However, it's best to have a conversation with a dermatologist who can assess your specific symptoms and recommend the antibiotic most likely to help.

It's also worth knowing that antibiotic treatment for HS can take time to optimize — sometimes up to a year to find the right approach.

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