ampijet 500mg injection - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is ampijet 500mg injection used for?
Ampilin (Ampicillin) is used to treat ANTI INFECTIVES. It contains Ampicillin (500mg), which Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Ampicillin
- Manufacturer: Pharmed Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: B
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ ampijet 500mg injection Uses & Benefits
Respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, meningitis, septicemia, endocarditis, skin and soft tissue infections.
Off-label uses: Prophylaxis for bacterial endocarditis, Lyme disease
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Ampicillin |
| Brand Name | Ampilin |
| Manufacturer | Pharmed Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Cell wall active agent -Extended spectrum Penicillin |
| Route of Administration | Intramuscular (IM) or Intravenous (IV) |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); reconstituted solution stable for 1 hour at room temperature. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs), leading to cell lysis.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take ampijet 500mg injection
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of ampijet 500mg injection
โ Common Side Effects
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Rash
- Injection site pain
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Anaphylaxis
- Pseudomembranous colitis
- Seizures
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Hemolytic anemia
- Interstitial nephritis
- Agranulocytosis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate | Major | Increased methotrexate toxicity |
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Oral contraceptives | Major | Reduced contraceptive efficacy |
| Probenecid | Major | Increased ampicillin levels |
| Allopurinol | Moderate | Increased risk of skin rash |
| Aminoglycosides | Moderate | Synergistic effect, but incompatible in same IV solution |
| Chloramphenicol | Moderate | Antagonistic effect |
| Tetracyclines | Minor | Possible reduced efficacy |
| Sulfonamides | Minor | Possible reduced efficacy |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Methotrexate
- Warfarin
- Oral contraceptives
- Probenecid
โก Moderate Interactions
- Allopurinol
- Aminoglycosides
- Chloramphenicol
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Tetracyclines
- Sulfonamides
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions with injection
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No direct interaction, but alcohol may reduce immune response.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to penicillins, cephalosporins, or any component of the formulation.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Renal function, hepatic function, CBC, signs of hypersensitivity, superinfection.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Compatible; excreted in small amounts in breast milk, unlikely to harm infant.
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; hemodialysis may help remove ampicillin.
โฐ Missed Dose
Administer as soon as possible; skip if almost time for next dose; do not double dose.
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.