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UNASYN 125mg Tablet 12s

Sulbactam:125mg + Ampicillin:250mg | Penicillins

Manufactured / Marketed By : Pfizer Product Form : TabletPack Size : 12sIngredients : Sulbactam:125mg + Ampicillin:250mgGeneric Category : Penicillins

How it works

UNASYN 125mg Tablet 12s interferes with the bacterial cell wall formation and stops the growth of bacteria. UNASYN 125mg Tablet 12s inhibits some chemicals produced by the bacteria and makes the bacteria more sensitive to UNASYN 125mg Tablet 12s activity.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for UNASYN 125mg Tablet 12s

  • Injection site pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Chest pain rare
  • Chills rare
  • Difficult or painful urination rare
  • Redness of skin rare

Uses of UNASYN 125mg Tablet 12s

What is it prescribed for?

  • Bacterial infections

    This medicine may be used in the treatment of bacterial infections such as gynecological infections, intra-abdominal infections, skin and skin structure infections, urinary tract infections, etc.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The effect of this medicine can be observed rapidly after an intravenous or intramuscular administration.

  • Duration of Effect

    The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

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

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

When not to use?

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to UNASYN 125mg Tablet 12s , other beta-lactam antibiotics, or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.

  • Liver Disease

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of jaundice or liver function impairment associated with the use of UNASYN 125mg Tablet 12s due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

General Warnings
  • Liver Disease

    This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Regular monitoring of liver function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • Epilepsy

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of epilepsy due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

  • Clostridium difficile-associated Diarrhea

    Antibiotic therapy will cause an imbalance in the normal microbial flora of the large intestine, which may promote the growth of a bacteria called Clostridium difficile and you may experience severe diarrhea as a result. Report any such incidence to the doctor on priority. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

  • Mononucleosis

    This medicine is likely to cause rashes and bumps on the skin if the patient is suffering from Mononucleosis. Usage of this medicine is not recommended in such cases. An alternative treatment option should be considered in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • Skin Reactions

    This medicine should be used with caution since it may increase the risk of serious skin reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Toxic epidermal necrolysis, etc. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • Drug Resistance

    Usage of this medicine without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and may even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that are drug resistant.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    Since this medicine is usually administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical/hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.

  • Overdose

    Since this medicine is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Interactions

Interaction with Medicines
  • Live cholera vaccine severe
  • Atenolol moderate
  • Methotrexate severe
  • Doxycycline moderate
  • Lansoprazole moderate
  • Warfarin moderate
Disease interactions
  • moderate

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • severe

    This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients having a history of gastrointestinal diseases, particularly colitis, since it may worsen the patient's condition. Report any incidence of severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, blood in stools, etc. to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

General Instructions

This medicine should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting. Inform the doctor if you have a known history of allergy to this medicine. Report to the doctor all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions before receiving this medicine. Report any undesired side effects to the doctor promptly.

Other details

  • Usage does not depend on food timings
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • Effect on sleep is not established

References

Additional Information:

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver UNASYN 125mg Tablet 12s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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