Treating infections caused by certain types of bacteria. Amprexyl is a penicillin antibiotic. It works by killing sensitive bacteria by interfering with formation of the bacteria's cell wall while it is growing. This weakens the cell wall and it ruptures, resulting in the death of the bacteria.
Important safety information:
Amprexyl only works against bacteria; it does not treat viral infections (eg, the common cold).
Be sure to use Amprexyl for the full course of treatment. If you do not, the medicine may not clear up your infection completely. The bacteria could also become less sensitive to this or other medicines. This could make the infection harder to treat in the future.
Long-term or repeated use of Amprexyl may cause a second infection. Tell your doctor if signs of a second infection occur. Your medicine may need to be changed to treat this.
If vomiting or diarrhea occurs, you will need to take care not to become dehydrated. Contact your doctor for instructions.
Mild diarrhea is common with antibiotic use. However, a more serious form of diarrhea (pseudomembranous colitis) may rarely occur. This may develop while you use the antibiotic or within several months after you stop using it. Contact your doctor right away if stomach pain or cramps, severe diarrhea, or bloody stools occur. Do not treat diarrhea without first checking with your doctor.
Hormonal birth control (eg, birth control pills) may not work as well while you are using Amprexyl. To prevent pregnancy, use an extra form of birth control (eg, condoms).
Diabetes patients - Amprexyl may cause the results of some tests for urine glucose to be wrong. Ask your doctor before you change your diet or the dose of your diabetes medicine.
Lab tests, including white blood cell counts and kidney function tests, may be performed while you use Amprexyl. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Use Amprexyl with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 10 years old who have diarrhea or an infection of the stomach or bowel.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Amprexyl while you are pregnant. Amprexyl is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Amprexyl, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
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Amprexyl side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Inflammation and redness of the tongue; irritation of mouth or throat; mild diarrhea; nausea; second infection; vomiting.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions ; bloody stools; severe diarrhea; stomach pain/cramps; vaginal irritation or discharge.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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Can Amprexyl be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Amprexyl?
Use Amprexyl as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Take Amprexyl by mouth at least one-half hour before or 2 hours after eating.
Take Amprexyl with a full glass of water.
Take Amprexyl on a regular schedule to get the most benefit from it. Taking Amprexyl at the same time each day will help you remember to take it.
To clear up your infection completely, use Amprexyl for the full course of treatment. Keep using it even if you feel better in a few days.
If you miss a dose of Amprexyl, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Amprexyl.
Who should not take Amprexyl?
Some medical conditions may interact with Amprexyl. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have a stomach infection or diarrhea
if you have had a severe allergic reaction (eg, severe rash, hives, difficulty breathing, dizziness) to a cephalosporin antibiotic (eg, cephalexin) or other beta-lactam antibiotic (eg, imipenem)
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Amprexyl. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Tetracyclines (eg, doxycycline) because they may decrease ampicillin's effectiveness
Probenecid because it may increase the risk of ampicillin's side effects
Allopurinol because the risk of skin rash may be increased
Anticoagulants (heparin, warfarin) or methotrexate because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Amprexyl
Aminoglycosides (eg, gentamicin), birth control pills, or live oral typhoid vaccine because their effectiveness may be decreased by Amprexyl
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Amprexyl may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Can Amprexyl be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Amprexyl be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Amprexyl, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Amprexyl. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
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