Ampicillin Capsule: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates
Ampicillin Capsule
| Generic name | Ampicillin (as ampicillin trihydrate) |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Aminopenicillins (penicillin antibiotic) |
| Forms | 250 mg capsule, 500 mg capsule |
Ampicillin is a penicillin antibiotic used to treat or prevent many different types of bacterial infections. It treats only bacterial infections and does not work against viral infections such as the common cold or flu.
General information
Follow the prescriber and the leaflet that comes with this medicine.