*Ampicillin is used to treat various type of bacterial infections,such as middle ear infections and infections of the respiratory, urinary, and gastrointestinal tracts. *It may also be used to treats other medical conditions those are listed in this medication guide.
Side Effects of Ampicillin
Before taken Ampicillin medicine, you should discuss the side effects with your doctor. If any develop or change in intensity, then you should inform your doctor as soon as possible. Because only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Ampicillin. Side effects may include:
*Colitis *Diarrhea *Fever *Itching *Nausea *Rash or other skin problems *Sore tongue or mouth *Vomiting
Warnings and precautions before taking Ampicillin:
*If you have an allergic reaction, then you should stop taking Ampicillin and contact your doctor immediately. *If you are taking this medicine, then it may causes diarrhea. So check with your doctor before taking any diarrhea remedy. *After taken this medicine, then you may feel dizzy, or drowsiness. So you should not participate in any activities that require alertness such as driving and operate machinery. *Ampicillin is in the FDA pregnancy category B. This means that it is unlikely to harm an unborn baby. Ampicillin is generally considered to be safe for use during pregnancy. Do not, however, take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. *Store the tablets and capsules at room temperature and store the suspension in the refrigerator for longer use. The suspension is good for 7 days at room temperature and for 14 days if it is stored in the refrigerator. Throw away any unused liquid after this amount of time. *Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter or natural products (herbs, vitamins).
Drug Interaction :-
If you are taking Ampicillin with certain other drugs, then the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. So it is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Ampicillin with the following:
No specific symptoms have been reported. But after taken Ampicillin if you feel that overdose is suspected, then you should contact with your doctor immediately. Because it may lead to another serious effect.
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Amoxil Dosage
For the treatment of Ear, Nose, Throat, Skin, and Urinary Tract Infections, then the usual dose is 250 milligrams every 8 hours.
Children weighing under 88 pounds will have their dosage determined by their weight.
Uses of Amoxil
Amoxil is used to treat children with ear infections, pneumonia, sinusitis, and strep throat.
Amoxil is also used in combination with other medicines to treat patients with H. pylori infections. Side Effects of Amoxil
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience severe or bloody diarrhea and abdominal cramps during treatment with Amoxil.
Amoxil Side effects may include:
*Agitation *Changes in behavior *Confusion *Diarrhea *Hives *Insomnia *Liver problems and jaundice *Nausea *Rash
Warnings and precautions before taking Amoxil:
*This antibiotic should be avoided in people with suspected glandular fever, acute or chronic lymphoid leukaemia, or cytomegalovirus, as it commonly causes a rash in people with these conditions. *If you have ever had asthma, hives, hay fever, or other allergies, then you should consult with your doctor before taking Amoxil. *You should stop using Amoxil if you experience reactions such as bruising, fever, skin rash, itching, joint pain, swollen lymph nodes, and/or sores on the genitals. If these reactions occur, stop taking Amoxil unless your doctor advises you to continue. *Before taking Amoxil, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had asthma, colitis, diabetes, or kidney or liver disease.
Drug Interaction :-
If you are taking Amoxil with certain other drugs, then the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. So it is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Amoxil with the following:
o Muscle spasms or weakness o Pain or twitching o Pain in the fingers or toes o Loss of feeling in the fingers or toes o Seizures o Confusion o Coma or agitation.
Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected.