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About Ampy C 250mg/500mg Tablet

AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN belongs to the group of antibiotics called 'penicillin' used to treat wide range of bacterial infections. It is a 'broad-spectrum antibiotic' which treat various bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, bones, lungs, and post-operative wound infections. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick.

AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN contains two penicillin antibiotics namely: Ampicillin and Cloxacillin. AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections. AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Uses of Ampy C 250mg/500mg Tablet

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits of Ampy C 250mg/500mg Tablet

AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called 'penicillins' composed of two antibiotics, namely: ampicillin and cloxacillin. AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is used to treat various bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, bones, lungs, and post-operative wound infections. AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN is bactericidal in nature. It is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections. AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Directions for Use

Take AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN 30-60minutes before meals as food may cause reduced absorption. The tablet form of AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN should be swallowed as a whole; do not crush or chew the tablet. The liquid form of AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN should be taken by mouth using the measuring cup provided by the pack; shake the pack well before each use. A healthcare professional will administer the injection form of AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN; do not self-administer. The dose and duration of AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN can vary depending upon your condition and severity of the infection.

Side Effects of Ampy C 250mg/500mg Tablet

Like all medicines, AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN can also cause side-effects, although not everybody experiences them. Diarrhoea, rashes, nausea, and vomiting are the common side-effects of AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN. Please consult your doctor if you experience any of these side-effects persistently.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Before starting AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy to any penicillin antibiotics, kidney or liver problems. Do not take AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience skin rash or prolonged, significant diarrhoea with abdominal pains. Talk to your doctor before taking AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN if you had diarrhoea after taking antibiotic or inflammation of the bowel. Avoid taking AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by a doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN to prevent unpleasant side-effects. Intake of AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN may increase risk of jaundice (liver problem) in new born babies so it should be only given after consulting doctor. AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN is not recommended for eye use and is contraindicated. AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN should not be given to the people with infectious mononucleosis (viral infection with sore throat and fever) leukaemia (blood cancer).

Drug-Drug Interaction:

 AMPICILLIN+CLOXACILLIN may have interaction with antibiotics with sulphonamides (sulfamethoxazol/trimethoprim, sulfadiazine and sulfisoxazole), other antibiotics (azithromycin, gentamycin), anticoagulants (warfarin), anti-gout which decreases uric acid (allopurinol, probenecid), and pain killer (aspirin).