Campicillin Plus Capsule 48’s

ABOUT THE DRUG:

Ampicillin is an antibiotic drug that belongs to a group of antibiotics called penicillin, the first ever antibiotic drugs ever made in the history of mankind. It is a potent antibiotic against various bacterial infections.

USES OF THE DRUG:

It is used to fight several bacterial infections and is prescribed for the treatment as infections of the ear and bladder, pneumonia, gonorrhea, and E. coli or Salmonella infection. Ampicillin is sold and marketed under various other trade names across different countries. Ampicillin may also be given for conditions not mentioned above. Ampicillin will not treat a viral infection such as the common cold or flu.

WORKING OF THE DRUG:

Ampicillin is also an antibiotic that consist antibacterial and antibiotic properties. It work by killing the bacteria and preventing the replication of bacterial DNA. Hence the number of bacteria causing infection is decreased.

MANUFACTURER:

Campicillin Capsules 250 mg is manufactured by Cadila, India. You can buy Campicillin 250 mg Capsules online at 24x7pharma.com.

DOSAGE FORM AND STRENGTHS:

This drug is available in the Capsules form in the following strengths on our website:

Campicillin Capsules 250 mg
Campicillin Capsules 500 mg
Campicillin Capsules plus 500 mg

DO NOT TAKE THE DRUG IF YOU:

Are allergic to this drug or any of the other ingredients of this medicine
Are pregnant
Are breastfeeding or planning to breast feed
Have liver disease
Have asthma
Have uncorrected Hypokalaemia
Have myasthenia gravis

TELL YOUR DOCTOR IF YOU:

Have kidney problems
Have heart rhythm problem
Have blood clotting disorders
Have Crohn?s disease

HOW MUCH TO TAKE THE DRUG?

Take Ampicillin strictly as prescribed by your doctor. Never alter the dosage by any amount or use it for longer than prescribed period. All medications come with a patient leaflet that contains complete information about the drug. Read it carefully for more details. Always complete the dose. Buy Campicillin 250 mg online from 24x7pharma.com.

HOW TO TAKE THE DRUG?

All medications including Ampicillin must be taken exactly as prescribed by the doctor or as mentioned on the medication label or as per the instructions in the patient leaflet that comes along with the medication. Always store this medication in a cool and dry place

FOR HOW LONG TO TAKE IT?

Take the drug as long as the doctor prescribes you to do. Do not stop taking the medicine without the doctor?s advice.

OVERDOSE:

Overdose of any medication can be harmful. If you overdose on Ampicillin, call the Doctor immediately. Overdose symptoms include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, skin rash, drowsiness, and hyperactivity.

MISS DOSE:

In case you miss a dose of Ampicillin, take it the instant you remember it. However, skip the missed dose if the time for the next scheduled dose is near. Taking extra medicine to make up for the missed dose can be harmful.

SIDE EFFECTS OF CAMPICILLIN PLUS:

COMMON

• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Ampicillin (Omnipen, Campicillin).

SERIOUS

• Persistent/Bloody Diarrhea (Clostridium Difficile-Associated Diarrhea)
• Dark Urine
• Persistent Nausea/Vomiting
• Severe Stomach/Abdominal Pain
• Yellowing Eyes/Skin
• Easy Bruising/Bleeding
• New Signs Of Infection (Fever, Persistent Sore Throat)
• Unusual Tiredness

COMMON DRUG INTERACTIONS:

You must share in advance with your doctor, the list of all medications which you may be using, especially these ones: allopurinol, probenecid, blood thinner such as warfarin, and another antibiotic (for the same or a different infection). These drugs may interact with Ampicillin. However, this is incomplete information as mentioning all the details here is out of scope for this guide. There may be other medications. Never start a new medication with consulting a doctor.

THINGS TO REMEMBER:

Do not give this medicine to anyone else
Antibiotics can cause diarrhea. Do not use any diarrhea medication without asking your doctor. Follow any other restrictions on food, drugs, or activities as advised by your doctor
Avoid unnecessary exposure to sunlight and tanning beds. Ampicillin intake can make you prone to sunburn. Remember to wear proper covering clothes and apply appropriate sunscreen with at least 30 SPF on exposed portion when outdoors.
Avoid doing things which require more attention and alertness while taking Ampicillin as it impairs your thinking or reflexes.
Don?t exceed the recommended dose