Generic name: Ampicillin & Cloxacillin

Classification

Penicillins

Indications

Resp tract, GUT, skin & soft tissue infections, emergency & high-risk infections pending bacteriology; mixed infections, infections in premature babies & neonates.

Dosage

Adult Cap/Syr/Inj 500 mg-1 g 4-6 hrly. IV infusion Severe infections Up to 6 g. Childn 2-10 yr1/2 adult dose, 1 mth-2 yr 1/4 adult dose. Severe infections May increase dose.

Contraindications

Infectious monoucleosis. Hypersensitivity to penicillins. Use in the eye either subconjunctivally or locally.

Precautions

Babies born to mothers hypersensitive to penicillins. Pregnancy, lactation.

Adverse Reactions

Skin rashes, GI disturbances.

Interactions

Probenecid prolongs blood levels of ampicillin.