Ampipen 500mg Capsule
Pfizer Ltd

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In-stock 10 capsules in 1 strip
468.75

USED FOR:
Bacterial infections

COMPOSITION:
Ampicillin (500mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
anti infectives

Related Warnings
Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

PROBABLY SAFE
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE

Ampipen 500mg Capsule is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

SAFE
Lactation
SAFE

Ampipen 500mg Capsule is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.

SAFE
Driving
SAFE

Ampipen 500mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Ampipen 500mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ampipen 500mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

There is limited information available on the use of Ampipen 500mg Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Ampicillin   500mg

Uses of Ampipen Capsule
Ampipen 500mg Capsule is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

How to use Ampipen Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ampipen 500mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.

How Ampipen Capsule works
Ampipen 500mg Capsule is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming their own protective covering which is required for their survival in the human body.

Side Effects:

Common Rash.

Expert advice for Ampipen 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 Ampipen and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Frequently Asked Questions

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 Ampipen light-sensitive?
Yes, Ampipen is light sensitive it should be kept away from sunlight

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

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

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

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

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