Ampicillin Tablets

Intended to support recovery from bacterial infection to target common pathogens.

Strengths: 250 · 500mg

Medicine details

Alternative names

Penbritin

Therapeutic class

Penicillin Antibiotic

Pharmacological class

Aminopenicillin

Contraindications

hypersensitivity to penicillin

Precautions and warnings

complete course as directed

Minor side effects

diarrhoea; nausea

Moderate side effects

skin rash

Serious side effects

anaphylaxis — requires immediate medical attention

Dosage forms

Tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Mechanism of action

Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis.

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

Beecham

Onset Time

1–2 hours

Duration

6 hours

Storage instructions

Store in tightly closed container.

Drug interactions

allopurinol; oral contraceptive pills

Age restrictions

Dose adjusted by weight.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Safe. Breastfeeding: Compatible.

Patient summary

Intended to support recovery from bacterial infection to target common pathogens.

Ampicillin Tablets

Intended to support recovery from bacterial infection to target common pathogens.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Ampicillin
  • Listed indication(s): Bacterial Infection

Usually available as

  • 270 tablets - 250 mg87-250-mg-4754
  • 120 tablets - 500 mg87-500-mg-4760