Rx Name [AMPICILLIN, 081216]

AMPICILLIN 500MG INJ (CHC/ATB)
081216
PENICILLINS
For infections caused by H. influenzae and Strep. moniae and any other susceptible organisms. However, please note that the oral forms have been replaced by amoxicillin.
Erythema multiforme, Exfoliative dermatitis, rash , urticaria , fever , seizure, diarrhea, black hairy tongue, nausea, oral candidiasis, vomiting,
Use caution in allergy to cephalosporins, carbapenems
Adult: 500mg-1g every 4-6 hours. Pediatric: 25-50mg/kg/day in divided doses every 4-12 hours; maximum 2g every 4 hours.
Pregnancy category: B. B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk.
Trace amounts in milk, but appropriate to use.