Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg Capsule


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Ornate Labs Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient Ampicillin (125mg) + Cloxacillin (125mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassANTI INFECTIVES
User Rating4.1
User Reviews647

FAQ

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Are there any possible serious side effects of Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg?
Although rare, Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg may cause some serious side effects such as skin rash, allergy, superinfection, bleeding problems, seizures, and blood cell abnormalities. In case your child develops any of these symptoms, consult the doctor at the earliest.
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Can I give Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg to my child repeatedly for a long time?
Giving your child Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg for a long term can cause fungal infection (oral thrush) in the mouth and severe gastrointestinal infections (superinfections). Moreover, irregular treatment, repeated use, and misuse of Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg can make the bacteria resistant. Therefore, do not alter the dose and duration on your own and give Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg to your child exactly as prescribed.
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Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg ?
Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.
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Is Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg safe for children suffering from infectious mononucleosis?
No, it is not advised to give Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg if your child is suffering from infectious mononucleosis or even leukemia as Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg can lead to the development of skin rashes.
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Can other medicines be given at the same time as Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg?
Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
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Is it safe to give Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg to children suffering from jaundice?
It is advised not to give Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg to children if they have jaundice. The reason being, Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg contains an active ingredient called cloxacillin which can aggravate the symptoms of jaundice in your child.
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What if I forget to give Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg to my child?
Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.
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Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg Capsule Reviews

Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg contains two active antibiotics that are effective against a multitude of bacterial infections, including those of the ears, nose, sinus, tonsils, throat, lungs, heart, skin, and bones. It can also effectively treat infections caused by resistant bacteria.

Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg works best on an empty stomach, so try to give it to your child 30 minutes to 1 hour before they eat. However, give it with food if it upsets your child’s stomach. It is generally given three times a day. Stick to the dose, time, and way prescribed by the doctor as these depend on the severity of the infection, its type, and your child’s body weight and age. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking the medicine, repeat the dose when your child feels better. However, do not double the dose if it is the time for the next dose.

Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg can cause some minor and temporary side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and mild skin rash. These side effects almost always go away on their own. But, in case these side effects persist or become bothersome for your child, report to the doctor without a delay.

Tell your child’s doctor if your child has had any previous episode of allergy, heart problem, blood disorder, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung anomaly, gastrointestinal problem, skin disorder, and kidney malfunction. Knowledge of your child’s medical history will help the dose make dose alterations and plan your child’s overall treatment.

How Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg Capsule Works

Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg contains two active ingredients: Ampicillin and Cloxacillin. Ampicillin works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. At the same time, cloxacillin works toward increasing the efficiency of this medicine and helps in treating the infections caused by resistant bacteria. Together, these two medicines not only kill the infection-causing bacteria but also arrest the spread of the infection.

How to Use Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg is to be taken empty stomach.

Benefits of Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg Capsule

  • In Treatment of Bacterial infections: Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg is a combination of two antibiotics, Ampicillin and Cloxacillin. These antibiotics work by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Together, they treat your infection effectively. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Uses of Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg Capsule

  • Treatment of Bacterial infections

Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg Capsule Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Kidney  CAUTION
Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised while taking this medicine.
Liver  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg is recommended.

Quick Tips

  • Complete the entire course of antibiotics without stopping the medicine in between. Sudden withdrawal may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.
  • Give Ampicloxin DS 125mg/125mg to your child only for their current infection. Avoid storing the medicine for future use as it is impossible to judge whether the same medicine would work for any future illnesses.
  • Make sure your child drinks plenty of water if they develop diarrhea as a side effect.
  • Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. Never use this medicine for such conditions.
  • Stop this medicine and immediately report to your child’s doctor in case your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.

References

  1. Pediatric Oncall: Child Health Care. Cloxacillin. [Accesses 16 Feb. 2021] (online) Available from:

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