Ampictam injection combines ampicillin and sulbactam to treat resistant bacterial infections used intravenously or intramuscularly for severe and complex cases.
What are the components of Ampictam?
Ampictam consists of the following components:
What are the indications for using Ampictam?
It is used to treat the following conditions:
- Upper and lower respiratory tract infections.
- Skin and soft tissue infections.
- Prevention of infection after surgical procedures.
- Urinary tract infections.
- Abdominal and pelvic infections.
- Bone and joint infections.
What are the dosages of Ampictam?
The doctor determines the appropriate dosage based on each case, and it usually includes the following:
- For adults: from 1.5 to 3 grams every 6 hours via intravenous or intramuscular injection.
- For children: the dosage varies according to weight and is usually 300 mg per kilogram per day divided into multiple doses.
- The maximum daily dose of sulbactam should not exceed 4 grams.