MEDONEFARMA
AMPICILLIN POWDER
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
It is an antibacterial agent with a broad spectrum of bactericidal activity against both penicillin-susceptible Gram-positive organisms and many common Gram-negative pathogens. Ampicillin sodium is a white to off-white crystalline powder.
CHEMICAL NAME
(2S,5R,6R)-6-([(2R)-2-amino-2-phenylacetyl]amino) -3,3-dimethyl-7-oxo-4-thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2- carboxylic acid.
Brand Names
Ampicilina, Principen
Category
Antibiotic (penicillin)
DOSAGE FORM
- Injection: 250mg, 500mg, 1g, 2gIntravenous or Intramuscular use
- Capsule: 500mg
- Suspension: 250mg/5mL
INDICATIONS
Ampicillin is used to treat certain infections that are caused by bacteria such as meningitis (infection of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord); and infections of the throat, sinuses, lungs, reproductive organs, urinary tract, and gastrointestinal tract.
NDC CODE
- 67253-181-50 (Capsules)
- 0781-3404-95 (Injection)
STORAGE & SHELF LIFE
The shelf life of ampicillin depends on how it’s stored:
- Irradiated sodium salt: 24 months from the date of manufacture when stored at 2–8°C
- Sodium salt: At least two years when stored at -20°C
- Culture plates: Up to two weeks when stored at 2–8°C
- Stock solutions: Up to three weeks when stored at 2–8°C, or 4–6 months when stored at -20°C
- In 0.9% sodium chloride: Stable for at least 24 hours at room temperature, or at least 72 hours when refrigerated.
Anti-infectives
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