Antimicrobials
Ampicillin-Sulbactam

Ampicillin-Sulbactam

Medium
N/A
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Spectrum of Activity

Dosing

General Information

  • Head and neck infections
  • Aspiration pneumonia
  • Animal bites
  • Periorbital/Orbital cellulitis
  • Monitor for signs/symptoms of allergy
  • Weekly CBC with differential
  • Weekly Chemistries
  • Weekly Liver function tests
  • Consult pharmacist or ASP for more information
  • Generally well tolerated
  • Allergic reaction / rash
  • Pain or irritation at injection site
  • Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea

Please refer to Lexicomp for more information

Note maximum dose is 2000 mg/dose of ampicillin which equals 3 grams of total Unasyn product (2000 mg of ampicillin & 1000 mg of sulbactam)