Ampicillin

Drug name

Ampicillin

Drug Uses

Ampicillin is an antibiotic in the penicillin group of drugs. It fights bacteria in your body. Ampicillin is used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria, such as ear infections, bladder infections, pneumonia, gonorrhea, and E. coli or salmonella infection.

How Taken

Use Ampicillin as directed by your doctor.

• Take Ampicillin by mouth at least one-half hour before or 2 hours after eating.
• Take Ampicillin with a full glass of water (8 oz/240 mL).
• Take Ampicillin on a regular schedule to get the most benefit from it. Taking Ampicillin at the same time each day will help you remember to take it.
• To clear up your infection completely, use Ampicillin for the full course of treatment. Keep using it even if you feel better in a few days.

Drug Class and Mechanism

Ampicillin is a penicillin antibiotic. It works by killing sensitive bacteria by interfering with formation of the bacteria\'s cell wall while it is growing. This weakens the cell wall and it ruptures resulting in the death of the bacteria.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of Ampicillin and are taking it regularly, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Storage

Store Ampicillin at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep in a tight, light-resistant container. Keep Ampicillin out of the reach of children and away from pets.