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Campicillin 500 MG Capsule

Manufactured byCadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsAmpicillin
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Campicillin 500 MG Capsule is an antibiotic. It is used for the treatment of bacterial infections that affects your lungs, nose, throat, urinary tract, stomach, and intestine, etc. It works by preventing the formation of the protective outer layer of the bacteria and kills them. This medication is effective only for the treatment of infections caused by bacteria and not viruses. Campicillin 500 MG Capsule may cause side effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, skin rash, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or become severe. Campicillin 500 MG Capsule should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. You will start to feel better in a few days. However, continue taking the medicine for the prescribed duration. Skipping doses or not completing the full course of treatment may result in decreased effectiveness of the medicine or increased risk of re-infection that would be difficult to treat in the future. Campicillin 500 MG Capsule is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have kidney problems before starting the treatment. Campicillin 500 MG Capsule is safe for use in pregnancy under your doctor's supervision. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Campicillin 500 MG Capsule

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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Campicillin 500 MG Capsule

Skin Rash

Diarrhoea

Nausea and Vomiting

Stomach pain

Headache

Uses of Campicillin 500 MG Capsule

What is it prescribed for?

Intraabdominal Infection

Campicillin 500 MG Capsule is used in the treatment of intra-abdominal infections. It is a broad term that includes a number of infections of the organs in your abdomen (belly region). It includes: Peritonitis (swelling and infection in the membrane that lines the abdominal wall which protects the organs within your abdomen) Diverticulitis (swelling of diverticula- one or more small pouches in your intestine) Cholecystitis (swelling of the gallbladder) Cholangitis (swelling of the bile duct system) Pancreatitis (swelling of the pancreas)

Shigellosis

Shigellosis is an infection of your intestine caused by a bacteria known as shigella. The symptoms include bloody diarrhoea, severe stomach pain, fever, etc. Campicillin 500 MG Capsule is used in the treatment of Shigella infection.

Urinary Tract Infection

Urinary Tract Infection is an infection in any part of your urinary system. It may affect your kidneys, bladder (an organ that stores urine), ureter (the tube that carries urine from the kidney to the urinary bladder), or urethra (the tube that carries urine out of the body). Symptoms may include increased urge to urinate, burning sensation during urination, blood in the urine, back pain, fever, etc. Campicillin 500 MG Capsule is used in the treatment of urinary tract infection.

Typhoid fever

Typhoid fever is a bacterial infection caused by Salmonella typhi. It spreads through contaminated food and water. The symptoms include high fever, headache, stomach pain, vomiting, loose stools, weakness, etc. Campicillin 500 MG Capsule is used in the treatment of typhoid fever.

Gastroenteritis

Gastroenteritis also called the stomach flu is an infection of your stomach and intestine. The symptoms include diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and fever. Campicillin 500 MG Capsule is used in the treatment of gastroenteritis.

Pharyngitis

Pharyngitis, commonly called as sore throat is an infection of your throat and tonsils (lumps of tissue at the back of your throat). Symptoms may include difficulty in swallowing, dry/itchy throat, throat pain, headache, body aches, etc. Campicillin 500 MG Capsule is used in the treatment of pharyngitis.

Bronchopneumonia

Pneumonia is a lung infection that may occur in one or both of your lungs. It may be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. Campicillin 500 MG Capsule is used in the treatment of pneumonia caused by bacteria.

Sinusitis

Sinuses are hollow spaces located behind your forehead, nose, cheekbones, and in between the eyes. Sinusitis is the swelling of the tissues surrounding the sinuses. The symptoms include a stuffed nose, headache, and pain/pressure behind your eyes, nose, cheeks, or forehead. Campicillin 500 MG Capsule is used in the treatment of bacterial sinusitis.

Bronchitis

Bronchitis is the swelling of the bronchial tubes, the passages which carry the air to and from the lungs. Common symptoms include cough and shortness of breath. Campicillin 500 MG Capsule is used in the treatment of bacterial bronchitis.

Gonorrhoea

Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a bacteria known as Neisseria gonorrhoea. It spreads through unprotected sexual intercourse. Campicillin 500 MG Capsule is used in the treatment of gonorrhoea.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The time required for Campicillin 500 MG Capsule to show its action is not known.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    Campicillin 500 MG Capsule may remain in your body for 9 hours after intake.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendency has been reported with Campicillin 500 MG Capsule.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Campicillin 500 MG Capsule is considered safe in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. Use this medicine under your doctor's supervision.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Campicillin 500 MG Capsule passes into breast milk at very low levels. If you are breastfeeding, your baby may occasionally have diarrhoea. Hence consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Campicillin 500 MG Capsule if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Campicillin 500 MG Capsule is considered safe in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. Use this medicine under your doctor's supervision.

Breast-feeding

Campicillin 500 MG Capsule passes into breast milk at very low levels. If you are breastfeeding, your baby may occasionally have diarrhoea. Hence consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

General warnings

Antibiotic resistance

Antibiotic resistance occur when the bacteria no longer respond to the antibiotics intended to kill them. Hence, to avoid antibiotic resistance, finish the entire course of treatment with Campicillin 500 MG Capsule even if you feel better after a few doses.

Diarrhoea

Campicillin 500 MG Capsule can cause diarrhoea as it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Contact your doctor if you experience severe and/or persistent diarrhoea while taking this medicine.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip a dose of Campicillin 500 MG Capsule. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one.

Overdose

Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Reach the nearest emergency medical department in case of an overdose of Campicillin 500 MG Capsule.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Doxycycline

Methotrexate

Warfarin

Live cholera vaccine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Atenolol

Disease interactions

Impaired kidney function

Campicillin 500 MG Capsule is filtered by your kidneys and removed from your body via urine. Use Campicillin 500 MG Capsule with caution if you have kidney problems as it may increase the risk of side effects. It may also cause further damage to your kidneys. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your kidney function and recommend dose adjustment based on your condition.

Mononucleosis

Mononucleosis is a viral infection that spreads through saliva. It may occur through kissing or sharing drinks and/or spoons. Campicillin 500 MG Capsule is not recommended for use if you have mononucleosis as you may develop a skin rash usually 5-10 days after starting the treatment. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Food interactions

The absorption of Campicillin 500 MG Capsule from your stomach may be decreased in the presence of food. Hence, take it at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after the meals.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Campicillin 500 MG Capsule 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals. Do not take more or less than the prescribed dose. Complete the entire course of treatment even if you feel better after few doses. If you discontinue the medicine, it may increase the risk of infection. Also, Campicillin 500 MG Capsule may lose its effectiveness in treating infections. Campicillin 500 MG Capsule may cause diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if you experience persistent and/or severe diarrhoea. Do not give Campicillin 500 MG Capsule to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours. Do not drive or operate machines after taking this medicine, if you experience dizziness.

Miscelleneous

To be taken on an empty stomach

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

Campicillin 500 MG Capsule works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell walls (the outer covering required for cells to stay alive) and thereby killing the bacteria.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Antibiotics, Penicillin Beta-Lactam Antibiotics

Schedule

Schedule H

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