Ampy Benefits & Uses

Ampy is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Ampy 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
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: IV dose is also same
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: IV dose is also same
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: IV dose is also same
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: IV dose is also same
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 37.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: IV dose is also same
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: IV dose is also same

Ampy Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ampy is used -

Moderate

Mouth ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)

Mild

Rash
Diarrhoea
Nausea or vomiting
Urticaria
Itching or burning

Ampy Related Warnings

Is the use of Ampy safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Ampy on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Ampy safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Ampy on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Ampy on the Kidneys?

Ampy may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Ampy on the Liver?

Ampy has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ampy on the Heart?

Side effects of Ampy rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ampy with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Methotrexate

Moderate

Ampy Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Colic
Mononucleosis
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Ampy

Is this Ampy habit forming or addictive?

Ampy is not addictive in nature.

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

Ampy does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Ampy is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Ampy is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Ampy Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ampy

There is no information on the effects of taking Ampy with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Ampy

Taking Ampy and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.

Mild

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ampicillin

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 722-723

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 158-160

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