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Ampicillin + Cloxacillin is a prescription medicine. Other than this, Ampicillin + Cloxacillin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Ampicillin + Cloxacillin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Ampicillin + Cloxacillin also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Ampicillin + Cloxacillin have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Ampicillin + Cloxacillin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Ampicillin + Cloxacillin's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Ampicillin + Cloxacillin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ampicillin + Cloxacillin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Ampicillin + Cloxacillin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Ampicillin + Cloxacillin is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ampicillin + Cloxacillin is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ampicillin + Cloxacillin is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Ampicillin + Cloxacillin safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Ampicillin + Cloxacillin during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Ampicillin + Cloxacillin safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Ampicillin + Cloxacillin in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Ampicillin + Cloxacillin is unavailable.
What is the effect of Ampicillin + Cloxacillin on the Kidneys?
Ampicillin + Cloxacillin may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ampicillin + Cloxacillin on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Ampicillin + Cloxacillin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Ampicillin + Cloxacillin only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Ampicillin + Cloxacillin on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Ampicillin + Cloxacillin on the heart have been reported.
Ampicillin + Cloxacillin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ampicillin + Cloxacillin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ampicillin + Cloxacillin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ampicillin + Cloxacillin is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ampicillin + Cloxacillin as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ampicillin + Cloxacillin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Ampicillin + Cloxacillin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ampicillin + Cloxacillin
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Ampicillin + Cloxacillin and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ampicillin + Cloxacillin
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ampicillin + Cloxacillin with alcohol will be.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ampicillin
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 722-723
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