Generic Name - Ampicillin
Category - Antibiotic, Antibacterial medication
Indications
Bacterial Infections
Generic Ampicillin is indicated for the treatment of different types of bacterial infections such as tonsillitis, pneumonia, bronchitis, ear infections, urinary tract infections and the infection of skin, infection of the intestines. Generic Ampicillin works by blocking the formation of bacterial cell wall rendering bacteria unable to multiply and spread.
Generic for Ampicillin Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Ampicillin is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past. Ampicillin is also contraindicated in infections caused by penicillinase-producing organisms.
There are a number of medication that interact with Generic Amoxicillin. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following
Allopurinol
Atenolol
Chloroquine
Mefloquine
Oral contraceptives
Generic for Ampicillin Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericAmpicillin
For Ear, Nose, Throat, Skin, Genital, and Urinary Tract Infections, the usual dosage is 500 milligrams, taken every 6 hours. For infections of the Lower Respiratory Tract, the usual dosage is 3.5 grams in a single oral dose along with 1 gram of probenecid.
Generic for Ampicillin Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Ampicillin side Effects include redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, seizures (convulsions), skin rash, itching, stomach pain or cramps, swollen joints, severe or watery diarrhea and unusual bleeding or bruising.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Ampicillin.
Generic for Ampicillin and Pregnancy
There are no adequate and well-controlled studies to indicate the effect of Generic Ampicillin in pregnant woman.
Generic for Ampicillin and Breastfeeding
Generic Ampicillin passes into human milk and must be avoided while breast feeding.
Generic for Ampicillin and Pediatric
Because of incompletely developed renal functions in neonates and young infants, the elimination of ampicillin antibiotic may be delayed in pediatric patients.
Generic for Ampicillin and Geriatric
Generic Ampicillin doesn't indicate any specific problems in older patients. However, elderly patients are more likely to have an age-related decrease in renal function, which may require an adjustment in dosage in patients receiving Ampicillin.
Note
The above information about Generic Ampicillin serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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