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Ampicaps 250mg (pack of 500) |
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Ampicaps 250mg contains ampicillin which is a broad spectrum antibiotic active against many Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria.
Ampicaps can be used for the treatment and prevention of infections in dogs caused by the following bacteria provided that they are sensitive to ampicillin: Streptococcus Spp., Pasteurella haemolytica, P. multocida, Staphylococcus aureus and other pathogenic staphylococci.
When susceptible organisms are present treatment with Ampicaps may be effective in the following conditions:
alimentary tract infections
respiratory infections
urinary tract infections
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Presentation
Red and grey capsules for oral administration. Each capsule contains 250 mg Ampicillin as Ampicillin Trihydrate PhEur.
Uses
Ampicillin is a broad spectrum antibiotic active against many Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria.
Ampicaps can be used for the treatment and prevention of infections in dogs caused by the following bacteria provided that they are sensitive to ampicillin: Streptococcus Spp., Pasteurella haemolytica, P. multocida, Staphylococcus aureus and other pathogenic staphylococci.
When susceptible organisms are present treatment with Ampicaps may be effective in the following conditions:
alimentary tract infections
respiratory infections
urinary tract infections
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Dosage and administration
10–20 mg/kg twice daily.
The higher dose levels are advised when treating infections due to Gram-negative bacteria and in cases involving young animals. Therapy should be repeated every 12 hours and continued for a maximum of 5 days. In severe or acute conditions, the dose levels may be increased.
To be given by the oral route only. The capsules should be administered on an empty stomach.
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Contra-indications, warnings, etc
Not to be administered to animals known to be sensitive to penicillin.
Not to be administered to small herbivores.
Do not treat dogs of less than 10 kg bodyweight.
As with other penicillins, bacterial resistance to ampicillin may occur. Thus, antibiotic sensitivity testing should be considered if a clinical condition fails to respond to treatment within 3 to 5 days.
The safety of ampicillins is typical of that of other penicillins in that intrinsic toxicity is very low, except in animals with specific allergy to the beta-lactams.
Operator warning
Penicillins and cephalosporins may cause sensitisation following injection, inhalation, ingestion or skin contact. Sensitivity to penicillins may lead to cross sensitivity to cephalosporins and vice versa. Allergic reactions to these substances may occasionally be serious.
Do not handle this product if you know that you are sensitised or if you have been advised not to work with such preparations.
Handle this product with great care to avoid exposure, taking all recommended precautions.
If you develop symptoms such as a skin rash following exposure, seek medical advice and show this warning to the doctor. Swelling of the face, lips or eyes, or difficulty with breathing are more serious symptoms and require urgent medical attention. Wash hands after use.
Drug interactions
Ampicaps is unlikely to interact significantly with any of the other drugs commonly administered to dogs.
Use during pregnancy or lactation
No studies have been carried out on pregnant animals, but the evidence provided suggests that ampicillin does not present any particular hazard either to the dam or foetus.
Special precautions for use
Handle this product with great care to avoid exposure taking all recommended precautions.
Withdrawal periods
Not applicable.
Pharmaceutical precautions
Do not store above 25°C. Store in a dry place.
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Legal category
POM-V (previously POM).
Packaging Quantities
100, 250 and 500 capsules per container.
Further information
Nil.
Marketing authorisation number
VM 12597/4010.
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