Ampicillin (500mg)
Broadicilin 500mg Capsule is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that fights and stops the growth of many types of bacteria. This medicine should be taken on an empty stomach. Use it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. The total duration of treatment and precise dosage will be decided by your doctor, depending on the type of infection that you have and how well you respond to the medication.Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to penicillin or any penicillin-type of medicine. Rash, vomiting, allergic reactions, nausea, and diarrhea may be seen as side effects in some patients. These are temporary and usually resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctor’s supervision.
10 capsules
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Broadicilin 500mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.
Broadicilin 500mg Capsule is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Related Warnings
Consuming alcohol with Broadicilin 500mg Capsule does not cause any harmful side effects.
Broadicilin 500mg Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Broadicilin 500mg Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Broadicilin 500mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Broadicilin 500mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Broadicilin 500mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
There is limited information available on the use of Broadicilin 500mg Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Although it is rare but yes, Broadicilin 500mg Capsule can cause allergic reaction and is harmful in patients with known allergy to penicillins. Get emergency medical help if you have any of the signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Yes, the use of Broadicilin 500mg Capsule can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic and it kills the harmful bacteria, however, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
Usually, Broadicilin 500mg Capsule starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take around 2-3 days to make you feel better while taking Broadicilin 500mg Capsule.
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
No, do not stop taking Broadicilin 500mg Capsule and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared.
