Metampicillin: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use

Functions & Usage

What is Metampicillin used for?

Metampicillin is a drug to treat and prevent widespread bacterial infections. These drugs include antibiotics that work by stopping bacterial growth.

This antibiotic is used specifically for bacterial infections. And will not work for other viral infections (eg fever, flu). Unnecessary use or overuse can lead to reduced effectiveness.

How do you use Metampicillin?

Take this medication by mouth as recommended. Follow all directions from the product packaging. If you are unsure about the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Tell your doctor if your condition doesn't progress or if you experience new symptoms. If you think you have a serious health problem, seek medical attention immediately.

How to store Metampicillin?

This medication is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.

Precautions & Warnings

What should be considered before using Metampicillin?

Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you:

• Allergy to the medicine
• Asthma
• Kidney illness
• Blood disease or spotting
• History of diarrhea caused by antibiotic consumption; or
• History of any allergies.

Is Metampicillin safe for pregnant and lactating women?

There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication. This drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category B. (A = No risk, B = No risk in some studies, C = Possible risk, D = There is positive evidence of risk, X = Contraindicated, N = unknown)

Side effects

What are the possible Metampicillin side effects?

Seek immediate medical help if you have any of the following signs of an allergic reaction to Metampicillin: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat. Contact your doctor if you have experienced serious side effects such as the following:

• Diarrhea that is watery or bloody
• Fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms
• Bruising or bleeding easily, unusual weakness
• Urinating rarely or not at all
• Skin rash, itching, or peeling
• Agitation, confusion, unusual thoughts or behavior
• Fainting or convulsions

Less serious side effects can also arise, such as:

• Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain
• Vaginal itching or discharge
• Headache
• Swollen, black, or "hairy" tongue
• Thrush (white patches or inside the mouth or throat)

Not everyone experiences this side effect. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you are concerned about certain side effects, please consult a doctor or pharmacist.

Drug Interactions

What drugs can interfere with the drug Metampicillin?

Drug interactions can change the performance of your medications or increase the risk of serious side effects. Not all possible drug interactions are listed in this document. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription / non-prescription drugs and herbal products) and consult your doctor or pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medication without your doctor's approval.

• methotrexate (Rheumatrex, Trexall); or
• probenecid (Benemid)

Can certain foods and drinks interfere with the drug Metampicillin?

Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.

What health conditions can interfere with the performance of the drug Metampicillin?

The existence of health problems can have an impact on drug use. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any health problems, especially:

• Allergies, general (eg asthma, eczema, hay fever, itching), history of patients with general allergies may be more likely to experience reactions to Metampicillin
• Bleeding disorders, history of patients who have bleeding disorders who are more prone to bleeding when receiving carbenicillin, piperacillin, or ticarcillin
• Congestive heart failure (CHF)
• High blood pressure - large doses of carbenicillin or ticarcillin can worsen this condition, because these drugs contain large amounts of salt
• Cystic fibrosis - patients with cystic fibrosis can increase their risk of fever and skin rash when receiving piperacillin
• Kidney pain - patients with kidney disease are at increased risk of side effects
• Mononucleosis (“mono”) - patients with mononucleosis can have an increased risk of skin rash when receiving ampicillin, bacampicillin or pivampicillin.
• Phenylketonuria - some of the strengths of amoxicillin chewable tablets contain aspartame, which the body can convert to phenylalanine, a painful substance for patients with phenylketonuria.
• Stomach or intestinal disease, history of (especially colitis, including colitis caused by antibiotics) - patients with a history of stomach or intestinal disease may be more at risk for developing colitis when taking Metampicillin

Dose

The information provided is not a substitute for a doctor's prescription. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the dose of the drug Metampicillin for adults?

Oral

Susceptible infections

Adult: 1.5 g / day. It can also be given via the parenteral route.

What is the dose of the drug Metampicillin for children?

The dosage for children has not been determined. Consult a doctor for more information.

In what dosages and preparations is Metampicillin available?

Tablet, Oral: 500 mg

Powder for injection: 500 mg and 1000 mg

What to do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (119) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

What should I do if I forget to take medicine or forget to take medicine?

If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.

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