Omnipen
Omnipen is a brand name of ampicillin, a beta-lactam antibiotic belonging to the penicillin family. It acts as a broad-spectrum antibiotic by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, which ultimately leads to the destruction of the susceptible bacteria.
Dosage by Body Weight
Take on an empty stomach, either 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals, with a full glass of water. Shake liquid suspensions well before administering. Complete the full course of treatment as prescribed.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not routine
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Requires direct pediatric supervision and precise weight-based calculation.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 62.5 mg to 125 mg
- Frequency
- Every 6 hours
- Tracking Notes
- Based on standard pediatric dosing of 50-100 mg/kg/day divided into 4 doses.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 100 mg to 200 mg
- Frequency
- Every 6 hours
- Tracking Notes
- Adjust dose according to the severity of the infection as advised by a physician.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 137.5 mg to 275 mg
- Frequency
- Every 6 hours
- Tracking Notes
- Always use a calibrated measuring device for oral suspension forms.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 200 mg to 400 mg
- Frequency
- Every 6 hours
- Tracking Notes
- Ensure patient maintains adequate hydration during treatment.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not routine | Use only if prescribed | Requires direct pediatric supervision and precise weight-based calculation. |
| 5-7 kg | 62.5 mg to 125 mg | Every 6 hours | Based on standard pediatric dosing of 50-100 mg/kg/day divided into 4 doses. |
| 8-10 kg | 100 mg to 200 mg | Every 6 hours | Adjust dose according to the severity of the infection as advised by a physician. |
| 11-15 kg | 137.5 mg to 275 mg | Every 6 hours | Always use a calibrated measuring device for oral suspension forms. |
| 16-20 kg | 200 mg to 400 mg | Every 6 hours | Ensure patient maintains adequate hydration during treatment. |
Formulation
Purpose
Treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, meningitis, salmonellosis, and otitis media.
Generic Name
AmpicillinScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.