Obicillin 125mg Syrup

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Composition FOR Obicillin 125mg Syrup

Ampicillin(125mg)

food interaction for Obicillin Syrup

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lactation interaction for Obicillin Syrup

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Obicillin 125mg Syrup is to be taken empty stomach.
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CAUTION
Consuming alcohol with Obicillin 125mg Syrup does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE
Obicillin 125mg Syrup is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Obicillin 125mg Syrup is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Obicillin 125mg Syrup

Ampicillin(125mg)

Obicillin syrup uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of bacterial infections and typhoid fever.

How obicillin syrup works

Obicillin 125mg Syrup is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. By doing so, this medicine kills the infection-causing bacteria and prevents the infection from spreading without making them resistant to further treatment.

Common side effects of obicillin syrup

Abdominal pain, Headache, Allergy, Vomiting, Nausea, Diarrhea, Skin rash, Itching, Urticaria, Hemolytic anemia, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Low blood platelets, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Cholestatic jaundice, Pseudomembranous colitis, Hemorrhagic colitis, Prolonged bleeding, Increased prothrombin time, Erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Toxic epidermal necrolysis

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Expert advice FOR Obicillin Syrup

  • Complete the entire course of antibiotics without stopping the medicine in between. Doing so may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.
  • Make sure your child drinks plenty of water if they develop diarrhea as a side effect.
  • Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. Never use this medicine for such conditions.
  • Give Ampicillin to your child only for their current infection. Avoid storing the medicine for future use as it is impossible to judge whether the same medicine would work for any future illnesses.
  • Stop this medicine and immediately report to your child’s doctor in case your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.

Frequently asked questions FOR Obicillin 125mg Syrup

Ampicillin

Q. Can I give Obicillin 125mg Syrup to my child repeatedly for a long time?
Giving your child Obicillin 125mg Syrup for a long term can cause fungal infection (oral thrush) in the mouth and severe gastrointestinal infections (superinfections). Therefore, do not alter the dose and duration on your own and give Obicillin 125mg Syrup to your child exactly as prescribed. Additionally, irregular treatment, repeated use, and misuse of Obicillin 125mg Syrup can make the bacteria resistant.
Q. Are there any possible serious side effects of Obicillin 125mg Syrup?
Although rare, Obicillin 125mg Syrup may cause some serious side effects such as skin rash, allergy, superinfection, bleeding problems, seizures, and blood cell abnormalities. If your child experiences any such symptoms, consult the doctor at the earliest.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Obicillin 125mg Syrup?
Obicillin 125mg Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Obicillin 125mg Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
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Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Obicillin 125mg Syrup?
Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.
Q. The mucus coming out of my child’s nose is yellow-green. Is it a sign of a bacterial infection?
In the common cold, the mucus changes its color and thickens up with time, but this does not mean that your child needs antibiotics. Common cold symptoms often last for 7-10 days. In case they fail to clear up within this duration, reach out to your child’s doctor for guidance.
Q. Is Obicillin 125mg Syrup safe for children suffering from infectious mononucleosis?
No, do not give this medicine to your child in this case as a high percentage of children with infectious mononucleosis develop a skin rash (erythematous rash) while taking Obicillin 125mg Syrup.

Content on this page was last updated on 23 July, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)