Ampicillin + Cloxacillin Information

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 Benefits & Uses
Ampicillin + Cloxacillin Dosage & How to Take
Ampicillin + Cloxacillin Side Effects
Ampicillin + Cloxacillin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ampicillin + Cloxacillin with Other Drugs
Ampicillin + Cloxacillin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ampicillin + Cloxacillin
Ampicillin + Cloxacillin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ampicillin + Cloxacillin Benefits & Uses

Ampicillin + Cloxacillin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Ampicillin + Cloxacillin Dosage & How to Take

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

Ampicillin + Cloxacillin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ampicillin + Cloxacillin is used -

Severe

Allergic reaction

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea

Ampicillin + Cloxacillin Related Warnings

Is the use of Ampicillin + Cloxacillin safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Ampicillin + Cloxacillin will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Ampicillin + Cloxacillin safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Ampicillin + Cloxacillin for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ampicillin + Cloxacillin on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Ampicillin + Cloxacillin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ampicillin + Cloxacillin on the Heart?

Ampicillin + Cloxacillin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ampicillin + Cloxacillin with Other Drugs

Ampicillin + Cloxacillin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Gentamicin

Mild

Azithromycin

Ampicillin + Cloxacillin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ampicillin + Cloxacillin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Asthma
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Ampicillin + Cloxacillin

Is this Ampicillin + Cloxacillin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Ampicillin + Cloxacillin has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Ampicillin + Cloxacillin can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ampicillin + Cloxacillin should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Ampicillin + Cloxacillin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Ampicillin + Cloxacillin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ampicillin + Cloxacillin

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Ampicillin + Cloxacillin with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Ampicillin + Cloxacillin

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ampicillin + Cloxacillin.

Unknown