Ampi

Ampi

Ampi is useful for the treatment of different types of infections such as bladder infections, pneumonia, gonorrhea, & meningitis

Brand Description

Indications

Respiratory tract Infections caused by susceptible strains of pneumoniae, S. aureus (penicillinase and nonpenicillinase-producing), H. influenzae, and Group A beta-hemolytic Streptococci. Bacterial Meningitis caused by E. coli, Group B Streptococci, and other Gram negative bacteria (Listeria monocytogenes, N. meningitidis). The addition of an aminoglycoside with Ampicillin may increase its effectiveness against Gram negative bacteria. Septicemia and Endocarditis caused by susceptible Gram positive organisms including Streptococcus sp., penicillin G-susceptible staphylococci, and enterococci. Gram negative sepsis caused by E. coli, Proteus mirabilis and Salmonella sp. respond to Ampicillin. Endocarditis due to enterococcal strains usually respond to intravenous therapy. The addition of an aminoglycoside may enhance the effectiveness of Ampicillin when treating streptoccoccal endocarditis. Urinary Tract Infections caused by sensitive strains of E. coli and Proteus mirabilis. Gastrointestinal Infections caused b

Pharmacological Class

Antibiotic: Semi-synthetic penicillin.

Pharmacological Class

Antibiotic

Mechanism Of Action

Broad-spectrum penicillin. Interferes with bacterial cell wall synthesis during active replication, causing bactericidal activity against susceptible organisms. Alternat...

Broad-spectrum penicillin. Interferes with bacterial cell wall synthesis during active replication, causing bactericidal activity against susceptible organisms. Alternative to amoxicillin when unable to take medication orally.

Side Effects

GI upset, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, blood dyscrasias, urticaria, exfoliative dermatitis, rash, fever, seizures, interstitial nephritis. Potentially Fatal: Anaphylacti...

GI upset, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, blood dyscrasias, urticaria, exfoliative dermatitis, rash, fever, seizures, interstitial nephritis. Potentially Fatal: Anaphylactic shock, pseudomembranous colitis, neuromuscular hypersensitivity, electrolyte imbalance.

Contraindications

Known hypersensitivity to penicillins.>

Observations

Should be taken on an empty stomach. (Take on an empty stomach 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals). Probenecid delays elimination. Reduced absorption with food. Potentially Fatal: Increases disulfiram and anticoagulant effects.>

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Ampi Capsules

Ampi contains an antibiotics medicine called ampicillin, which is u...

Molecule
Ampicillin

Packaging Unit
10X10 Capsules

Dosage
Oral - In Otitis Media, Peritonitis, Bronchitis, Gastroenteritis. Adults: 250-500mg every 6 hours. Children: 50-100mg/kg/24hours in 4 divided doses.

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Ampi Injectables

Ampi contains an antibiotics medicine called ampicillin, which is u...

Molecule
Ampicillin

Packaging Unit
50 Vials

Dosage
Parenteral - (Susceptible infections). Adults: 250-500mg every 6 hours, can be given via IM or slow IV inj over 3-5 minutes or infusion. Children: 100-400 mg/kg daily in divided doses every 6 hours. Dose can be given via IM or slow IV inj over 3-5 minutes or infusion.

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Ampi Syrup

Ampi contains an antibiotics medicine called ampicillin, which is u...

Molecule
Ampicillin

Packaging Unit
60ml Dry Syrup

Dosage
Children: 50-100mg/kg/24hours in 4 divided doses.

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Ampi

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Ampi Capsules

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