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About Astreak 1000 mg/500 mg Injection

AMPICILLIN+SULBACTAM belongs to the group of medications called ‘antibiotics’ used to treat bacterial infections. Bacterial infections are caused by 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. Symptoms of bacterial infection vary depending on the organ affected by bacteria.

AMPICILLIN+SULBACTAM contains Ampicillin and Sulbactam. Ampicillin is a penicillin antibiotic. It has bactericidal action (kills bacteria). It works by preventing the formation of the cell wall (the outer protective layer of bacteria, which is essential for its survival) by preventing protein synthesis. Sulbactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor. It broadens the spectrum of antibacterial activity by inhibiting the action of beta-lactamase. Beta-lactamase is an enzyme produced by bacteria that can destroy antibiotics. AMPICILLIN+SULBACTAM is recommended for only bacterial infections and doesn’t treat viral infections.

Uses of Astreak 1000 mg/500 mg Injection

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits of Astreak 1000 mg/500 mg Injection

AMPICILLIN+SULBACTAM contains Ampicillin and Sulbactam. Ampicillin is a penicillin antibiotic and treats the infection by killing the bacteria. Sulbactam is a beta-lactamase (an enzyme produced by bacteria that can destroy antibiotic) inhibitor and prevents the destruction of ampicillin from the bacteria. AMPICILLIN+SULBACTAM has broad-spectrum activity and is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It is used to treat bacterial infections such as skin infections, gynaecological infections and intra-abdominal infections.

Directions for Use

AMPICILLIN+SULBACTAM is available in the form of injection. A healthcare professional gives it, so do not self-administer.

Side Effects of Astreak 1000 mg/500 mg Injection

• Pain at the injection site
• Swelling at the injection site
• Rash
• Diarrhoea
• Nausea 
• Vomiting

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you notice watery and bloody stools with or without stomach cramps and fever, inform your doctor immediately as AMPICILLIN+SULBACTAM may cause diarrhoea, like many antibiotics. This condition usually resolves after the discontinuation of treatment. However, some patients may experience this condition even after two or more months after the antibiotic treatment. In addition, the severity of diarrhoea may range from mild condition to severe colitis (inflammation of the intestine). Do not discontinue or abruptly stop the medication as it may lead to antibiotic resistance, a condition in which bacteria become resistant to antibiotics. AMPICILLIN+SULBACTAM should not be used in patients with mononucleosis (viral infection with sore throat and fever), as this medicine causes a skin rash. AMPICILLIN+SULBACTAM may cause superinfection (an additional infection that occurs with other microbes) on prolonged use. So, please do not use it for prolonged periods than intended by your doctor.