Ampicillin Injection: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates

Ampicillin Injection

Generic nameAmpicillin
Drug classPenicillin antibiotic (aminopenicillin)
FormsPowder for injection (injectable), given into a vein or muscle, Piggyback IV vials, Pharmacy bulk package

Ampicillin injection is a penicillin antibiotic that fights bacteria. It comes as a powder that is mixed with fluid and given into a vein or muscle to treat certain bacterial infections.