Ampicillin

Treats infections. Belongs to a groupof drugs called penicillin
antibiotics.

Brand Name(s): Ampicyn,Unasyn,sultamicillin,Ampictam ,Ampicillin
Sodium,Novo-Ampicillin,Abetathen,Azionolin,Rimacillin,  Penbritin,
Principen, Omnipen.

There may be other brand names for this medicine.

When AmpicillinShould Not Be Used:

You should not use ampicillin if you have had an allergic reaction to any
type of penicillin.

How to Use Ampicillin:

Capsule, Liquid, Tablet

• Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.
• It is important that you keep taking Ampicillin for as long as
  your doctor tells you, even if you feel better.
• Shake the oral liquid before each use.
• Take Ampicillin on an empty stomach, 1 hour before or 2 hours
  after meals with a full glass of water.
• Measure your medicine with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup.

If a dose is missed:

• Take the missed dose as soon as possible.
• Take the rest of the doses for that day at regularly spaced times.
• You should not use two doses at the same time.

How to Store and Dispose of Ampicillin

• Store the capsules or tablets in a tightly closed
  container at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and light. Store
  the oral liquid in the refrigerator. Throw away any medicine that
  is left after 14 days. Do not freeze.
• Keep Ampicillin out of the reach of children.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including
over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking estrogen, probenecid,
  blood thinners (such as Coumadin®), cholestyramine (Questran®), or
  colestipol (Colestid®).
• Birth control pills may not work as well while taking penicillin.
  Use another kind of birth control while you are taking Ampicillin.
• Ampicillin may cause incorrect results with some urine sugar tests
  used by people with diabetes.

Warnings While Using Ampicillin:

• If you have severe diarrhea, check with your doctor before taking
  any medicine to stop the diarrhea.
• Make sure your doctor knows if you have ever had an allergic
  reaction to any cephalosporin antibiotic such as Keflex® or Ceclor®
  before you take ampicillin.
• If your symptoms do not improve in a few days or become worse, call
  your doctor.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before
  taking ampicillin.
• Make sure your doctor knows if you have mononucleosis (“mono”),
  stomach or intestinal disease, asthma, liver disease, hay fever, or
  other allergies before you take this medicine.

Possible Side Effects While Using Ampicillin:

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Rash, hives, or blistering or peeling skin
• Wheezing or trouble breathing
• Severe diarrhea (watery, possibly with blood)
• Swelling of the face, throat, or lips

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

• Mild diarrhea
• Sore mouth or tongue
• Vaginal itching or discharge
• Nausea

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this
medicine, tell your doctor

Treats infections that are caused by certain kinds of  bacteria.Levaquin
is used to treat bacterial infections of the skin, bladder, or prostate,
sinuses, kidneys. Levaquin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic.

When Levaquin  Should Not Be Used:

You should not use Levaquin if you have had an allergic reaction to Levaquin or to any other fluoroquinolone antibiotic (such as ciprofloxacin, gatifloxacin, lomefloxacin, moxifloxacin, norfloxacin,
ofloxacin, trovafloxacin, Avelox®, Cipro®,Floxin®, Maxaquin®, Noroxin®,
Tequin®, or Trovan®). Levaquin should not be given to a child under 18
years old, unless your doctor tells you otherwise.

How to Use Levaquin :

Injectable

• Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it
  should be given. This medicine is given through a needle placed in one
  of your veins.
• A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this
  medicine.
• Levaquin must be given slowly, so the needle will remain in
  place for at least one hour.
• Levaquin should come with a Medication Guide. Read and follow
  these instructions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have
  any questions. Ask your pharmacist for the Medication Guide if you do
  not have one. Your doctor might ask you to sign some forms to show that
  you understand this information.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including
over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are using a steroid medicine
  (such as dexamethasone, prednisolone, prednisone, or Medrol®). Using a
  steroid together with this medicine may increase your chance of having
  tendon problems.
• Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using theophylline
  (Theo-Dur®). Tell your doctor if you are also using a heart rhythm
  medicine (such as amiodarone, disopyramide, dofetilide, procainamide,
  quinidine, sotalol, Betapace®, Cardioquin®, Cordarone®, Norpace®,
  Procanbid®, or Tikosyn®).
• Tell your doctor if you are using a blood thinner (such as warfarin,
  Coumadin®), diabetes medicine (such as glyburide, metformin,Actos®,
  Diabeta®, Glucotrol®, Glynase®, or Micronase®), or pain or arthritis
  medicine (such as ibuprofen, naproxen, Advil®,Aleve®, or Celebrex®).
• Avoid caffeine (coffee, soda, or chocolate) while you are using this
  medicine.

Warnings While Using Levaquin :

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or
  if you have diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, liver disease,
  heart rhythm problems (such as QT prolongation), or hypokalemia (low
  potassium in the blood). Tell your doctor if you have a history of
  seizures, epilepsy, head injury, or stroke.
• Levaquin may cause a serious type of allergic reaction called
  anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis can be life-threatening and requires immediate
  medical attention. Stop taking Levaquin and call your doctor right
  away if you have itching, hives, trouble with breathing, or any swelling
  of your hands, face, or mouth while you are using this medicine.
• Serious skin reactions can occur with Levaquin. Check with your
  doctor right away if you have blistering, peeling, or loosening of the
  skin; red skin lesions; severe acne or skin rash; sores or ulcers on the
  skin; or fever or chills while you are using this medicine.
• Levaquin may cause serious liver problems, including hepatitis.
  Stop taking Levaquin and check with your doctor right away if you
  start having nausea or vomiting, dark urine, light-colored stools,
  stomach pain, or yellow eyes or skin while you are using this medicine.
• If your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse, call your
  doctor.
• If you have severe diarrhea, ask your doctor before taking any
  medicine to stop the diarrhea.
• Levaquin may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Use a
  sunscreen when you are outdoors. Avoid sunlamps and tanning beds.
• Your tendons may be more easily injured while you are using Levaquin. Stop using
  Levaquin and call your doctor if you have
  pain or swelling in your knee, ankle, shoulder, elbow, hand, or wrist.
  You may also need to avoid exercise or certain physical activities.
  Children and elderly patients (over 60 years of age) are more likely to
  have tendon problems. This risk of tendon problems may also increase if
  you have rheumatoid arthritis, if you are taking steroid medicines
  (corticosteroids), or if you have received an organ (such as heart,
  kidney, or lung) transplant.
• If you are also using insulin or other medicine for diabetes, you
  may need to monitor your blood sugar more often while using
  Levaquin.
• Make sure any doctor or dentist who treats you knows that you are
  using Levaquin. Levaquin may affect the results of certain
  medical tests.
• Your doctor will need to check your blood or urine at regular visits
  while you are using Levaquin. Be sure to keep all appointments.
• Levaquin may make you feel dizzy. Avoid driving, using
  machines, or doing anything else that could be dangerous if you are not
  alert.

Possible Side Effects While Using Levaquin :

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Blistering, peeling, or red skin rash.
• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives,
  swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, swelling
  in your face or hands, trouble
  breathing.
• Change in how much or how often you urinate.
• Chest pain.
• Confusion or unusual thoughts or behavior.
• Fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat.
• Lightheadedness or fainting.
• Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, or pain in your upper stomach.
• Numbness, tingling, pain, burning, weakness, or loss of feeling
  anywhere in your body
• Dark-colored urine or pale stools.
• Diarrhea that may contain blood. .
• Pain or swelling in your knee, elbow, ankle, shoulder,  hand, or
  wrist.
• Red or dark brown urine.
• Seizures or tremors.
• Severe headache.
• Unexplained fever.
• Unusual bleeding or bruising, or weakness.
• Yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes.
• Redness, pain, or swelling at the injection site.
• Seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there.

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

• Feeling nervous, restless, or anxious.
• Headache, bad dreams, or trouble sleeping.
• Muscle or joint pain.
• Sores or white patches in your mouth or throat.
• Vaginal itching or discharge.
• Mild nausea, vomiting, constipation, stomach pain, diarrhea,, or gas.
• Mild skin rash or itching.

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this
medicine, tell your doctor