AMPICILLIN
Standard Prescription
ampicillin __mg IV Q__H (__mg/kg/24hr).
Dosages
Mild-Moderate Infections:
Pneumonia and Severe Infections:
Usual Adult Dose:
1-2 g IV Q4-6H
IV: 25-50 mg/kg/dose IV/IM Q6H
50-100 mg/kg/dose IV/IM Q6H. (max: 12g /24h)
1-2 g IV Q4-6H
Mechanism of Action
Beta-lactam antibiotic
Forms Supplied
injection: 250 mg, 500 mg, 1 g, 2 g vials
Comments
Use higher doses to treat CNS infections. CSF penetration occurs only in inflamed meninges.
Amoxicillin is preferred for oral therapy.
Amoxicillin is preferred for oral therapy.
References
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Last Edited
2022-06-08 21:41:43