Ampiclox is produced by GSK, which contains Ampicillin Trihydrate & Cloxacillin Sodium. Ampiclox is the best antibiotics for Boils, Carbuncles, Abscesses, and infection.
It is being used to treat severe infections caused by bacteria gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Ampiclox 125mg and 250mg syrup are the best antibiotics for boils in children while Ampiclox 250mg and 500mg capsules are the best antibiotics for boils in adults.
Ampicillin: Ampicillin is primarily indicated in conditions like bacterial infections, bronchitis, enterocolitis, lower respiratory tract infection, meningitis, muscle relaxation, tonsillitis, urinary tract infection, influenza, inflammatory bowel disease.
Cloxacillin: Cloxacillin is primarily indicated in conditions like bone and joint infection, bacterial infections, endocarditis, cystitis, meningitis, spina bifida, respiratory tract infections, skin infections, and soft tissue infections.
Symptomatic and Indications
Skin and soft tissue infection include boils and carbuncles
Postoperative wounds infections
Intra-abdominal abscesses
Respiratory infection includes bronchitis
Contraindications
Ampiclox should not be given to patients with a history of hypersensitivity to beta-lactam antibiotics, such as penicillins, cephalosporins etc. It is contraindicated for ocular administration.
Ampiclox in Pregnancy
There is no adequate research on humans, however, in animal studies, no risk has been measured. Before taking this antibiotic in pregnancy, just consult your doctor.
Side Effects
Some rare and common adverse reactions include vomiting, diarrhea, immune system disorder, etc. Site effects of ampicillin include urticaria, leucopenia, seizures, headache, diarrhea, abdominal pain, gastritis, enzymes, nausea, vomiting, bullous rash, etc. Site effects of cloxacillin include hemolytic anemia, seizures, hemolytic anemia, skin rashes, glossitis, nausea, vomiting, and hyperthermia, and GI disturbance.
Ampiclox Syrup For Children
Ampiclox 125mg/5ml Suspension
Ampiclox 125mg Syrup Ampicillin + Cloxacillin
Composition Each 5ml contains 75mg Ampicillin as Ampicillin Trihydrate BP and 75mg Cloxacillin as Cloxacillin Sodium BP
Symptoms Skin boils, Pimples Respiratory tract infection, Bacterial infection, Skin and soft tissue infection, Abscesses
Dose for children (1 to 12 years) 5-10ml syrup two times a day
Dose for children (12-18 years) 1 Tablespoonful three times a day
Company GSK
Retail price Rs 110
Ampiclox 250mg/5ml Suspension
Ampiclox 250mg Syrup Ampicillin + Cloxacillin
Composition Each 5ml contains 125mg Ampicillin as Ampicillin Trihydrate BP and 125mg Cloxacillin as Cloxacillin Sodium BP
Symptoms Skin boils, Pimples Respiratory tract infection, Bacterial infection, Skin and soft tissue infection, Abscesses
Dose for children (2 to 12 years) 5-10ml syrup three times a day
Dose for children (12-18 years) 1 Tablespoonful three times a day
Company GSK
Retail price Rs 144
Ampiclox Capsules For Adults
Ampiclox 250mg Capsules
Ampiclox 250mg Capsules Ampicillin + Cloxacillin
Composition Each capsule contains 125mg Ampicillin as Ampicillin Trihydrate BP and 125mg Cloxacillin as Cloxacillin Sodium BP
Symptoms Skin boils, Pimples Respiratory tract infection, Bacterial infection, Skin and soft tissue infection, Abscesses
Dose (12-18 years) 1 capsule two times a day
Dose (Above 18 years) 1 tablet three times a day
Company GSK
Per tablet price Rs 5.12
Ampiclox 500mg Capsules
Ampiclox 500mg Capsules Ampicillin + Cloxacillin
Composition Each capsule contains 250mg Ampicillin as Ampicillin Trihydrate BP and 250mg Cloxacillin as Cloxacillin Sodium BP
Symptoms Skin boils, Pimples Respiratory tract infection, Bacterial infection, Skin and soft tissue infection, Abscesses
Dose (15-18 years) 1 capsule two times a day
Dose ( Above 18 Years) 1 tablet three times a day
Company GSK
Per tablet price Rs 8.72