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Ampicillin sodium Inj Uses and How to Use


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Generic Name: AMPICILLIN - INJECTION
Pronounced: (AM-pi-SIL-in)

Ampicillin sodium Inj Uses

Ampicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is a penicillin-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (e.g., common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

How To Use Ampicillin sodium Inj

This medication is given by injection into a vein (intravenously-IV) or into a muscle (intramuscularly-IM) by a healthcare professional as directed by your doctor. If you are giving the injection yourself, learn all preparation and usage instructions from your healthcare professional. Follow all instructions for proper mixing and dilution with the correct IV fluids. Direct injections into the vein should be done slowly (over at least 10-15 minutes) to avoid the risk of seizures. If you have questions regarding the use of this medication, consult your pharmacist.

Before using this product, check it visually for particles or discoloration. If either is present, do not use this product.

Learn how to store and discard needles and medical supplies safely. Consult your pharmacist for more details.

The dosage is based on your medical condition, response to therapy, and weight.

Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level. Therefore, inject this drug at evenly spaced intervals.

Continue to use this medication 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, which may result in a relapse of the infection.

Inform your doctor if your condition persists or worsens.


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