Bacampicillin Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Bacampicillin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including sinusitis, strep throat, pneumonia, respiratory tract, ear infections, dental abscesses, and skin infections. Bacampicillin may also be used to treat STDs like gonorrhea and syphilis, infections of the genital and urinary tract. Bacampicillin kills bacteria by destroying the cell walls of the invading microorganisms. However, antibiotics like Bacampicillin are not effective against viruses and fungi. Bacampicillin injection is used to treat more serious infections.

Bacampicillin Side Effects

Bacampicillin side effects include upset stomach, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, anxiety, colitis, confusion, convulsions, dizziness, hives, liver problems and jaundice, fungal infections, rash, tooth discoloration in children, and appetite loss.

Bacampicillin Side Effects Reporting

If you experience any Bacampicillin side effects not mentioned above you should report it to your primary health care provider or FDA 1-800-FDA-1088 in the United States, Health Canada 1-866-225-0709 in Canada, MHRA 020 3080 6000 in UK, or TGA 1800 020 653 in Australia.

Bacampicillin Overdose

Bacampicillin overdose symptoms may include short breath, diarrhea, nausea, stomach cramps, and vomiting. If you suspect an Bacampicillin overdose, seek medical attention right away. If you miss a dose of Bacampicillin, take it as soon as you can. However, if it is just about time for your next dose, skip the one you forgot and go on with your regular schedule. Never take a double dose.

BACAMPICILLIN CAUTION

If you are allergic to penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics, check with your physician before taking Bacampicillin.

People with Cystic fibrosis are more prone to side effects from penicillin antibiotic like Bacampicillin.

Those who are using oral contraceptives should switch to other methods of contraceptives while taking Bacampicillin.

BACAMPICILLIN WARNING

If you have ever had asthma, hives, hay fever, or other allergic reaction to penicillin consult with your physician before taking Bacampicillin.

Stop taking Bacampicillin if you experience reactions such as rash, fever, itching, joint pain, swollen lymph nodes, and or sores on the genitals.

It is imperative to take Bacampicillin for the entire course your physician has prescribed. Even if you feel better, you should to continue taking Bacampicillin.

Tell your physician if you have ever had asthma, colitis, diabetes, or kidney or liver disease before taking Bacampicillin.

BACAMPICILLIN AND PREGNANCY

Bacampicillin is considered generally safe during pregnancy and breast-feeding. However, if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, inform your physician before taking Bacampicillin.

Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed while taking Bacampicillin as it could cause diarrhea in infants.

BACAMPICILLIN INTERACTION

Check with your doctor before combining Bacampicillin with the following:

Antacids
Beta-blockers
Blood thinning drugs
Chloramphenicol
Erythromycin
NSAIDs like Aleve or ibuprofen
Oral contraceptives
Probenecid
Tetracycline
Do not take Bacampicillin with carbonated drinks or fruit juices.

Bacampicillin may cause vitamin deficiency. It is recommended to take daily multivitamins while taking Bacampicillin.

BACAMPICILLIN DOSES

ADULTS

400-800 mg/12 hours.

1600 mg + 1g Probenecid for gonorrhea.

CHILDREN

12-25 mg per pound of body weight per day, divided into 2 doses.
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