Warnings


What may interact with Ampicillin, Sulbactam?

-Allopurinol
-Certain antibiotics, such as sulfamethoxazole, tetracycline
-Estrogen or progestin hormones
-Probenecid

What should I tell my health care provider before I take Ampicillin, Sulbactam?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Kidney disease
-Liver disease
-Mononucleosis
-Stomach or intestine problems, such as colitis
-An unusual or allergic reaction to ampicillin, sulbactam, other penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using Ampicillin, Sulbactam?

Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medication. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
This medication may cause serious skin reactions. They can happen weeks to months after starting the medication. Contact your care team right away if you notice fevers or flu-like symptoms with a rash. The rash may be red or purple and then turn into blisters or peeling of the skin. You may also notice a red rash with swelling of the face, lips, or lymph nodes in your neck or under your arms.
Do not treat diarrhea with over the counter products. Contact your care team if you have diarrhea that lasts more than 2 days or if it is severe and watery.
If you have diabetes, you may get a false-positive result for sugar in your urine. Check with your care team.
Estrogen and progestin hormones may not work as well while you are taking this medication. A barrier contraceptive, such as a condom or diaphragm, is recommended if you are using these hormones for contraception. Talk to your care team about effective forms of contraception.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
You will be instructed on how to store this medication. Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
-Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
-If you cannot return the medication, ask your pharmacist or care team how to get rid of this medication safely.