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ampicillin Trihydrate Ampicillin-Oral Solid Generic Name: Ampicillin Trihydrate

ampicillin Trihydrate Ampicillin-Oral Solid Ampicillin trihydrate (Ampicillin)

Prescription Drug Information, Side Effects & Interactions for ampicillin Trihydrate Ampicillin-Oral Solid

Principen, Totacillin, Marcillin, Ampicillin

Uses
Ampicillin Trihydrate is a penicillin-related antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.

Storage

Store tablets and capsules at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight.
Do not store in the bathroom.
Refrigerate liquid forms.
Discard any unused portion after 14 days as it loses potency.

Overdose

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, agitation, confusion, muscle weakness, unconsciousness, or seizures.

ampicillin Trihydrate Ampicillin-Oral Solid Ampicillin trihydrate (Ampicillin)

How To Use

Ampicillin Trihydrate should be taken on an empty stomach.
The liquid suspension form of Ampicillin Trihydrate must be shaken well before using.
Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level.
Do this by taking the medication at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night.
Continue to take Ampicillin Trihydrate until the full prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear after a few days.
Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow resulting in a relapse of the infection.

Side Effects

Ampicillin Trihydrate may cause stomach upset, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting during the first few days as your body adjusts to the medication.
If these symptoms persist or become severe, inform your doctor.
Notify your doctor immediately if an allergic reaction occurs while taking Ampicillin Trihydrate.
Symptoms include: difficulty breathing, skin rash, hives, itching.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions

Tell your doctor if you have: other illnesses, allergies (especially to penicillin or other antibiotics).
Use of Ampicillin Trihydrate for prolonged or repeated periods may result in a secondary infection (e.g., oral, bladder or vaginal yeast infection).
Ampicillin Trihydrate should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy.
Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Since small amounts of Ampicillin Trihydrate are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Missed Dose

If you should miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose.
If it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not double-up the dose.

Drug Interactions

Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of: tetracycline.
Ampicillin Trihydrate may interfere with the effectiveness of birth control pills.
Discuss using other methods of birth control with your doctor.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.