Ampilin 500mg Injection
Product introduction
Ampilin 500mg Injection is a penicillin-type antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, respiratory tract (e.g., pneumonia), urinary tract, gastrointestinal tract, brain (e.g., meningitis), heart, blood, and others.
Ampilin 500mg Injection is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. This medicine should be used regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. The total duration of treatment and precise dosage will be decided by your doctor, depending on the type of infection that you have and how well you respond to the medication. It is effective in both adults and children.
Common side effects of Ampilin 500mg Injection include rash and diarrhea. It may also cause vomiting, allergic reactions, nausea, and local pain, swelling, or redness at the site of injection in some people. These are temporary and usually resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.
Before receiving Ampilin 500mg Injection, inform your doctor if you have a history of allergic reactions to penicillin or any penicillin-type medicine. This medicine is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctor’s supervision.
Uses of Ampilin Injection
- Treatment of Bacterial infections
- Severe bacterial infections
Benefits of Ampilin Injection
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Ampilin 500mg Injection is an antibiotic that helps treat bacterial infections. It kills the bacteria causing the infection, which helps reduce symptoms like fever, pain, and swelling. By stopping the bacteria from growing, Ampilin 500mg Injection allows the body’s immune system to fight off the infection more effectively. This can lead to faster recovery and prevent the infection from spreading or becoming more serious.
Side effects of Ampilin Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ampilin
- Skin rash
- Diarrhea
How to use Ampilin Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Ampilin Injection works
Ampilin 500mg Injection is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) that is needed for them to survive.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Ampilin 500mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ampilin 500mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ampilin 500mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Ampilin 500mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Ampilin 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ampilin 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Ampilin 500mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Ampilin Injection?
If you miss a dose of Ampilin 500mg Injection, consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Ampilin 500mg Injection may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
- Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat, or tongue, or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Aminopenicillins {Penicillins}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Extended Spectrum Penicillins
Interaction with drugs
Taking Ampilin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Do not consume Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine with Ampicillin. If Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine is essential, ensure a gap of at least 3 days after discont
Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Ampicillin. Please consult your doctor. Ampicillin may reduce the efficacy of Cho
Your doctor may monitor your creatinine clearance along with your overall treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Ampicillin may slow down the removal of Pemetrexed
Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
Ampicillin may reduce blood levels of Amikacin if your kidney function is severely impaired.
Let your doctor know if you have a history of kidney disease. Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly.
Co-administration may cause a reduction in blood levels of Ka
Patient concerns
FAQs
Can Ampilin 500mg Injection cause an allergic reaction?
Although it is rare, yes, Ampilin 500mg Injection can cause an allergic reaction and is harmful in patients with known allergies to penicillins. Get emergency medical help if you have any of the signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
How long does Ampilin 500mg Injection take to work?
Usually, Ampilin 500mg Injection starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take around 2-3 days to make you feel better while taking Ampilin 500mg Injection.
Can the use of Ampilin 500mg Injection cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Ampilin 500mg Injection can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic, and it kills the harmful bacteria; however, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
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Name: Hetero Drugs Ltd
Address: 7-2-A2, Hetero Corporate, Industrial Estates, Sanath Nagar, Hyderabad – 500 018. Telangana, INDIA
Country of origin: India
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