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Ampivex

Ampivex

ampicillin

Manufacturer:

North China Pharma

Distributor:

Sannovex
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Ampicillin Na
Indications/Uses
Various infections due to susceptible organisms including biliary tract infections, endocarditis, bronchitis, gastro-enteritis, gonorrhea, listeriosis, meningitis, upper & lower resp tract infections, otitis media, perinatal streptococcal infections, peritonitis, septicemia, typhoid & paratyphoid fever & UTI.
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Dosage/Direction for Use
IM/IV Adult 500 mg 4-6 hrly. Meningitis 150-300 mg/kg in divided doses 4-6 hrly. Serious infections IV inj over 10-15 min. Childn 100 mg/day 4-6 hrly.
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Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to penicillins.
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Special Precautions
Lymphatic leukemia of possibly HIV infection. Discontinue use if skin rash occurs. Do not give to patients w/ mononucleosis.
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Adverse Reactions
Urticarial or maculopapular skin rashes. Diarrhea, nausea & vomiting. Pseudomembranous colitis.
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Description
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Action
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MIMS Class
Penicillins
ATC Classification
J01CA01 - ampicillin ; Belongs to the class of penicillins with extended spectrum. Used in the systemic treatment of infections.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Ampivex powd for inj 1 g
Packing/Price
10 × 1's (P125/vial)
Form
Ampivex powd for inj 500 mg
Packing/Price
10 × 1's (P85/vial)
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