Uses of Ampicillin+Sulbactam

The combination of Ampicillin and Sulbactam is used to treat bacterial infections.

Therapeutic Category

Ampicillin: Penicillin antibiotic

Sulbactam: Beta-lactamase inhibitor

How Ampicillin+Sulbactam works

Ampicillin and Sulbactam helps to treat bacterial infections, where Ampicillin works by preventing the formation of formation of bacterial cell wall and Sulbactam works by binding and inhibiting beta-lactamase (an enzyme that destroys antibiotic activity) produced by bacterial cells and thereby prevents the reduction in antibacterial activity.

Common side effects of Ampicillin+Sulbactam

• diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain
• rash, urticaria
• headache

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor if you experience:

• allergic reactions such as anaphylaxis, angioedema, urticaria, dermatitis
• liver dysfunction or jaundice (yellowish discolouration of skin)
• In case of accidental overdose or ingestion

Health Tips for Ampicillin+Sulbactam

• Ampicillin and Sulbactam can be taken with or without food. However, taking it with food may help reduce the risk of stomach upset
• Finish the entire course of Ampicillin and Sulbactam as prescribed, even if you start feeling better before completing it. Stopping the medication earlier may lead to incomplete treatment and a higher risk of antibiotic resistance
• Drink an adequate amount of water while taking Ampicillin and Sulbactam. Staying hydrated can help prevent side effects such as stomach upset or diarrhea