Zycillin Inj. (1Vial)Ampicillin 500 Mg by Zydus

What is it used for?
Ampicillin 500 mg is an antibiotic used to treat certain bacterial infections, such as infections of the respiratory tract, urinary tract, skin, and gastrointestinal tract. It does not work against viral infections such as colds or flu.

How does it work?
Ampicillin kills susceptible bacteria by stopping them from building their protective cell wall.

How to take/use it
Use ampicillin only as prescribed. Follow the prescribed dose, timing, route, and treatment duration, and complete the course unless a healthcare professional advises otherwise. The instructions may differ depending on whether it is supplied as an oral medicine or an injection.

Common side effects
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach discomfort, and skin rash may occur.

Precautions
Do not use it if there has been a serious allergy to ampicillin, penicillin, or related antibiotics. Seek medical help for breathing difficulty, facial swelling, severe rash, or severe or persistent diarrhoea. Tell the healthcare professional about kidney problems, pregnancy, breastfeeding, or other medicines being used. Use only for a confirmed or suspected bacterial infection as prescribed.