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Expert advice for Ampikem Capsule
Make sure you complete the course even if you start to feel better.  It is better to take with food to avoid an upset stomach. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools. Discontinue Ampikem and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Q. Is ampicillin and amoxicillin the same?
Ampicillin and amoxicillin belongs to the same group of penicillin antibiotics, but differ slightly in their uses

Q. Is Ampikem light-sensitive?
Yes, Ampikem is light sensitive it should be kept away from sunlight

Q. Does Ampikem cover anaerobes, listeria?
Ampikem is used for infections caused by anaerobes and listeria. It is not typically used to treat chlamydia

Q. Is Ampikem/Megapen a prodrug?
No, Ampikem is not a prodrug

Q. Is Ampikem a cephalosporin?
Ampikem is not a cephalosporin

Q. Can I take Ampikem for strep throat, tooth infection, sore throat, chlamydial and bacterial vaginitis?
Ampikem can be used to treat strep throat, tooth infection, sore throat, bacterial vaginitis

Q. Can I take Ampikem with Advil (ibuprofen), Tylenol (paracetamol) and Benadryl?
Ampikem can be taken with paracetamol and Benadryl. Ampikem when taken with ibuprofen may increase the effects of either drug.