Ampiclox Capsule

• If you are allergic to ampicillin, cloxacillin or any other ingredient of Ampiclox capsule.
• If you are allergic to beta-lactam antibiotics like penicillin and cephalosporins. If you are not sure what these medicines are, please confirm with your doctor.

• Headache
• Rashes
• Itching
• Nausea

Other General Warnings

• You have a history of allergy to beta-lactam antibiotics like penicillins and cephalosporins.
• You experience allergic reactions and skin rashes after taking this medicine.
• You have kidney problems.

• Take Ampiclox capsule as a whole with sufficient water.
• Do not chew, crush or break it.
• Always take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Do not consume more than the prescribed dose.

• Store Ampiclox capsule in a cool and dry place below 25°C, away from direct sunlight.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.

• Take Ampiclox at the same time every day to keep a steady level of medicine in your body.
• Do not skip doses or stop the medicine early, even if you feel better.
• Swallow the capsule whole with a glass of water; do not crush or chew it.
• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, but skip it if it’s almost time for your next dose.
• Inform your doctor if you develop rashes, itching, or difficulty breathing after taking the medicine.
• Drink plenty of fluids to help your body flush out the infection faster.
• Avoid sharing your medicine with others, even if their symptoms seem similar.
• Store the capsules in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture.

Overdose

Missed a Dose

How Does It Work?

• Ampiclox capsule contains ampicillin and cloxacillin as active substances.
• Both ampicillin and cloxacillin bind to certain proteins called penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) and prevent the formation of the bacterial cell wall. This results in the death of infection-causing bacteria.

Interactions with other drugs

Interactions with food items

• You can take Ampiclox capsules with or without food, but taking them about 30 minutes before a meal helps the medicine work better.
• Avoid taking it with milk, cheese, curd, or other dairy products right before or after your dose, as these can reduce the antibiotic's absorption.
• Try not to take Ampiclox with acidic drinks like orange juice, soda, or other fizzy beverages, as they may upset your stomach or reduce the medicine’s effectiveness.
• Drink plenty of water while on this medicine to help your body process it properly and avoid dehydration.
• Avoid alcohol during the treatment, as it can irritate your stomach and make side effects like dizziness or nausea worse.