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AMPICILLIN-500MG
Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries
ORAL
Not Returnable
Apr-24
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

BIOCHEM PHARMA, LG 113 / A, Xth Central Mall, Mahavir Nagar, 90ft Road, Next to D Mart, Kandivali - West, Mumbai - 400067.
Other Info - BIO0010

FAQs

BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET works by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell and thus prevents the growth of bacterial infections.
No, BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET is not used to treat viral infections. BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET is an antibiotic that is used to treat only bacterial infections.
No. As it is an antibiotic, it is advised to complete the entire treatment course of your child as prescribed. If the treatment is stopped abruptly, there may be drug resistance.
BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET can cause diarrhea in children. BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET is an antibiotic that kills toxic bacteria, but it can also affect the useful bacteria in your intestine or stomach and lead to diarrhea. If your child has diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrhea medicine unless your paediatrician prescribes it.

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Alcohol

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Pregnancy

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Breast Feeding

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Driving

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor if your child has a liver impairment or if you have any concerns regarding this before using BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if your child has a kidney impairment or if you have any concerns regarding this before using BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET is safe for children if prescribed by the doctor. The dose of this medicine will be decided by your paediatrician based on the age, body weight and condition of your child. Do not give more than the recommended dose to your child.

About BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET

BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in children. It is used in treating infections of the skin, throat, ear, and lungs caused by bacteria. A bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria enter and grow in the body. This bacteria can infect any part of the child's body and multiply very quickly. BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET is effective in treating infections caused by bacteria only and does not treat viral infections like flu or a common cold.

BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET contains Ampicillin belonging to the penicillin class of drugs. It works by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell and thus prevents the growth of bacterial infections. 

BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET may cause certain side effects in your child such as indigestion, diarrhoea, nausea, and stomach pain. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your paediatrician. BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET should be given as advised by your doctor. Do not give more than the prescribed dose of BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET to the child. Generally, the dose of the medicine will be decided by your paediatrician depending upon the type and severity of the infection.

BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET is intended for pediatric use only. Avoid giving BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET to your child if she/he is allergic to antibiotics. Keep your doctor informed about your child’s health condition including his current medications and medical history to rule out any side effects/interactions. Before administration, inform your child’s doctor about liver and kidney disease.

Uses of BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET

Bacterial Infections

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Medicinal Benefits

BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET contains ampicillin. It is a broad-spectrum penicillin-type antibiotic that acts against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) bacteria. BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections in children. BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET works by inhibiting the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) and causing damage to the bacterial cell wall. This eventually leads to the death of the bacterial cell and thus prevents the growth of bacterial infections. 

Directions for Use

BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET is an oral suspension. Shake the container well before each use. Measure the required amount of this medicine into the measuring cup and administer it to your child. It is advised to measure the quantity accurately with the help of a syringe or measuring spoon containing markings.

Side Effects of BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach upset
  • Indigestion
  • Vomiting

Drug Warnings

 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AmpicillinBCG vaccine
Critical
AmpicillinCholera, live attenuated
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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AMPICILLIN-500MGUlcerative colitis
Severe
AMPICILLIN-500MGInfectious mononucleosis
Moderate

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CEFEXIME
  • CEFADROXIL
  • TYPHOID VACCINE
  • CHOLERA VACCINE
  • CEFPODOXIME

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

 

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your child’s diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth.
  • Fibre foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics.
  • Avoid giving too much calcium, or iron-enriched foods, as it might affect the working of BIOCILIN 500MG TABLET. 
  • Make your child drink more fluids to avoid dehydration.

 

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