PENBRITIN FORTE SYRUP 250MG/5ML
Active substance: AMPICILLIN TRIHYDRATE
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Penbritin Syrup 125 mg/5 ml and Penbritin Forte Syrup 250 mg/5 ml
Ampicillin
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Doses Adults and children over 10 years: the usual dose is 250 mg to 750 mg four times a day. Children under 10 years: half the adult dose four times a day. In severe infections the above doses may be increased by your doctor. Patients with kidney problems: if your kidneys are not working very well, your doctor may change the dose. Your doctor will give you special instructions if you are on kidney dialysis. If you take more than you should If you take more syrup than you should you may get nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. 1. Tell your doctor, pharmacist or nearest hospital casualty department immediately. 2. Take the bottle and any remaining syrup with you so that people can see what you have taken. 3. Do this even if you feel well.
If you forget to take If you forget to take a dose take it as soon as you remember, but if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue as usual. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose.
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start using this medicine.
iKeep this leaflet. You may need to read it again. iIf you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist. iThis medicine has been prescribed for you. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their symptoms are the same as yours. iIf any of the side effects get serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist. In this leaflet: 1. What this medicine is and and what it is used for 2. Before you take 3. How to take 4. Possible side effects 5. How to store 6. Further information ioral contraceptives (the pill). You will need an additional method of contraception, such as condoms. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist about how long you need to take extra precautions for. Urine tests: Tell the doctor if you are having urine tests for glucose, as your medicine may affect the results. Pregnancy and breast-feeding Penbritin will not harm your unborn baby. Small quantities of the medicine may be present in breast milk. Ask your doctor for advice before taking any medicine. Driving and using machines Penbritin syrup is unlikely to affect your ability to operate machinery or to drive. Important information about some of the ingredients of Penbritin syrup isodium Each 5 ml Penbritin syrup contains 16.7 mg of sodium. This should be taken into consideration by patients on a controlled sodium diet. isucrose If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine. Each 5 ml Penbritin syrup contains 3.6 g sucrose. This should be taken into account in patients with diabetes mellitus.
iunusual bleeding or bruising ifever, sore throat, mouth ulcers, repeated infections or infections that will not go away ifeeling tired, breathless, and looking pale ifever, rash, nausea, aches and pains, passing more or less urine than usual or passing urine at night. Some of these reactions may happen several weeks after finishing the treatment.
The following side effects usually settle without changing the dose: iupset stomach, nausea or diarrhoea. Blood tests: Tell your doctor if you are having blood tests as your medicine can cause short-term changes in blood cell counts. If any of the side effects get troublesome, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
5. How to store
iKeep out of the reach and sight of children. iDo not use after the expiry date which is stated on the bottle label and on the carton. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. iStore in a refrigerator (2C - 8C). iDo not use after 14 days from the date of dispensing. iDo not throw it away with your household waste or in water. Return all the unwanted medicine to your pharmacist. This will help to protect the environment.
1. What this medicine is and what it is used for
Penbritin syrup contains ampicillin which belongs to the penicillin group of antibiotics. Ampicillin works by killing bacteria that cause infections such as: iear, nose and throat infections ibronchitis, pneumonia, chest infections iurinary tract infections isexually transmitted infections iskin and soft tissue infections igastrointestinal infections iblood poisoning.
If you stop taking Do not stop just because you feel better. If you stop too soon, the infection may come back. Keep taking your syrup until the prescribed course is finished.
If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
6. Further information
What Penbritin syrups contain iThe active ingredient is ampicillin (125 mg per 5 ml or 250 mg per ml) as ampicillin trihydrate. iThe other ingredients are: sodium benzoate (E211), sodium chloride, methyl polysiloxane, sodium citrate anhydrous, sucrose, and apricot, caramel and peppermint flavours. (See end of Section 2 for further information on sodium and sucrose). What Penbritin syrups look like and contents of the pack Penbritin syrups are pale cream-coloured liquids. They are available in plastic bottles of 100 ml. Marketing Authorisation Holder Chemidex Pharma Ltd., Chemidex House, Egham Business Village, Crabtree Road, Egham, Surrey TW20 8RB. Manufacturer Famar SA, Avlonas Industrial Site, 48 km of National Road Athens-Lamia, 19011 Avlonas, Attiki, Greece. This leaflet was last revised in April 2009
2. Before you take
Do NOT take Penbritin syrup if you: iare allergic to ampicillin, other antibiotics called beta-lactams (e.g. penicillin or cephalosporin) or any of the other ingredients (see Section 6). If this applies to you, speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
Take special care with Penbritin syrup Before taking the syrup, tell your doctor if you: ihave ever had a skin rash or swelling of the face or neck when taking any antibiotic iare already being treated with another antibiotic ihave glandular fever or low immune system ihave leukaemia ihave kidney problems. Taking other medicines Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription, and herbal preparations. Some medicines may be affected by Penbritin or they may affect how well Penbritin will work. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking: iany other antibiotics iallopurinol or probenecid for conditions such as gout
4. Possible side effects
Like all medicines, Penbritin syrup can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Do not be alarmed by this list of possible side effects. You may not experience any of them. STOP taking the syrup and seek medical help immediately if you have any of the following allergic reactions: idifficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat isevere itching of the skin, with a red rash or raised lumps iblistering of the mouth, eyes, or genital region, patchy areas of rash, peeling skin. Seek immediate medical attention if you have any of the following rare symptoms: isevere stomach cramps, watery and severe diarrhoea which may be bloody, fever iyellowing of your skin or eyes, pale faeces and dark urine, unexplained persistent nausea, stomach problems, loss of appetite or unusual tiredness
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3. How to take
Always take Penbritin syrup exactly as your doctor has told you and always read the label. Your doctor will decide on the appropriate dose to suit your condition. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. iShake the bottle before taking the medicine. iTake the syrup, half an hour to one hour before food. iAfter taking Penbritin syrup, rinse the mouth - the syrup contains sucrose which may be harmful to the teeth if the syrup is taken for more than 2 weeks. iSpace the doses as evenly as possible through the day - for example before meal times and at bedtime.
'Penbritin' and 'Chemidex' are trade marks.
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Ampicillin
73-74/L/f/3
Doses Adults and children over 10 years: the usual dose is 250 mg to 750 mg four times a day. Children under 10 years: half the adult dose four times a day. In severe infections the above doses may be increased by your doctor. Patients with kidney problems: if your kidneys are not working very well, your doctor may change the dose. Your doctor will give you special instructions if you are on kidney dialysis. If you take more than you should If you take more syrup than you should you may get nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. 1. Tell your doctor, pharmacist or nearest hospital casualty department immediately. 2. Take the bottle and any remaining syrup with you so that people can see what you have taken. 3. Do this even if you feel well.
If you forget to take If you forget to take a dose take it as soon as you remember, but if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue as usual. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose.
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start using this medicine.
iKeep this leaflet. You may need to read it again. iIf you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist. iThis medicine has been prescribed for you. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their symptoms are the same as yours. iIf any of the side effects get serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist. In this leaflet: 1. What this medicine is and and what it is used for 2. Before you take 3. How to take 4. Possible side effects 5. How to store 6. Further information ioral contraceptives (the pill). You will need an additional method of contraception, such as condoms. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist about how long you need to take extra precautions for. Urine tests: Tell the doctor if you are having urine tests for glucose, as your medicine may affect the results. Pregnancy and breast-feeding Penbritin will not harm your unborn baby. Small quantities of the medicine may be present in breast milk. Ask your doctor for advice before taking any medicine. Driving and using machines Penbritin syrup is unlikely to affect your ability to operate machinery or to drive. Important information about some of the ingredients of Penbritin syrup isodium Each 5 ml Penbritin syrup contains 16.7 mg of sodium. This should be taken into consideration by patients on a controlled sodium diet. isucrose If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine. Each 5 ml Penbritin syrup contains 3.6 g sucrose. This should be taken into account in patients with diabetes mellitus.
iunusual bleeding or bruising ifever, sore throat, mouth ulcers, repeated infections or infections that will not go away ifeeling tired, breathless, and looking pale ifever, rash, nausea, aches and pains, passing more or less urine than usual or passing urine at night. Some of these reactions may happen several weeks after finishing the treatment.
The following side effects usually settle without changing the dose: iupset stomach, nausea or diarrhoea. Blood tests: Tell your doctor if you are having blood tests as your medicine can cause short-term changes in blood cell counts. If any of the side effects get troublesome, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
5. How to store
iKeep out of the reach and sight of children. iDo not use after the expiry date which is stated on the bottle label and on the carton. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. iStore in a refrigerator (2C - 8C). iDo not use after 14 days from the date of dispensing. iDo not throw it away with your household waste or in water. Return all the unwanted medicine to your pharmacist. This will help to protect the environment.
1. What this medicine is and what it is used for
Penbritin syrup contains ampicillin which belongs to the penicillin group of antibiotics. Ampicillin works by killing bacteria that cause infections such as: iear, nose and throat infections ibronchitis, pneumonia, chest infections iurinary tract infections isexually transmitted infections iskin and soft tissue infections igastrointestinal infections iblood poisoning.
If you stop taking Do not stop just because you feel better. If you stop too soon, the infection may come back. Keep taking your syrup until the prescribed course is finished.
If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
6. Further information
What Penbritin syrups contain iThe active ingredient is ampicillin (125 mg per 5 ml or 250 mg per ml) as ampicillin trihydrate. iThe other ingredients are: sodium benzoate (E211), sodium chloride, methyl polysiloxane, sodium citrate anhydrous, sucrose, and apricot, caramel and peppermint flavours. (See end of Section 2 for further information on sodium and sucrose). What Penbritin syrups look like and contents of the pack Penbritin syrups are pale cream-coloured liquids. They are available in plastic bottles of 100 ml. Marketing Authorisation Holder Chemidex Pharma Ltd., Chemidex House, Egham Business Village, Crabtree Road, Egham, Surrey TW20 8RB. Manufacturer Famar SA, Avlonas Industrial Site, 48 km of National Road Athens-Lamia, 19011 Avlonas, Attiki, Greece. This leaflet was last revised in April 2009
2. Before you take
Do NOT take Penbritin syrup if you: iare allergic to ampicillin, other antibiotics called beta-lactams (e.g. penicillin or cephalosporin) or any of the other ingredients (see Section 6). If this applies to you, speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
Take special care with Penbritin syrup Before taking the syrup, tell your doctor if you: ihave ever had a skin rash or swelling of the face or neck when taking any antibiotic iare already being treated with another antibiotic ihave glandular fever or low immune system ihave leukaemia ihave kidney problems. Taking other medicines Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription, and herbal preparations. Some medicines may be affected by Penbritin or they may affect how well Penbritin will work. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking: iany other antibiotics iallopurinol or probenecid for conditions such as gout
4. Possible side effects
Like all medicines, Penbritin syrup can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Do not be alarmed by this list of possible side effects. You may not experience any of them. STOP taking the syrup and seek medical help immediately if you have any of the following allergic reactions: idifficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat isevere itching of the skin, with a red rash or raised lumps iblistering of the mouth, eyes, or genital region, patchy areas of rash, peeling skin. Seek immediate medical attention if you have any of the following rare symptoms: isevere stomach cramps, watery and severe diarrhoea which may be bloody, fever iyellowing of your skin or eyes, pale faeces and dark urine, unexplained persistent nausea, stomach problems, loss of appetite or unusual tiredness
73-74/L/f/3
3. How to take
Always take Penbritin syrup exactly as your doctor has told you and always read the label. Your doctor will decide on the appropriate dose to suit your condition. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. iShake the bottle before taking the medicine. iTake the syrup, half an hour to one hour before food. iAfter taking Penbritin syrup, rinse the mouth - the syrup contains sucrose which may be harmful to the teeth if the syrup is taken for more than 2 weeks. iSpace the doses as evenly as possible through the day - for example before meal times and at bedtime.
'Penbritin' and 'Chemidex' are trade marks.
Continued over page
Source: Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency
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