NDC 0049-0014 Unasyn
Ampicillin Sodium And Sulbactam Sodium Injection, Powder, For Solution Intramuscular; Intr...
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NDC Code 0049-0014-83
Package Description: 10 VIAL in 1 CARTON / 1 INJECTION, POWDER, FOR SOLUTION in 1 VIAL (0049-0014-81)
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What is NDC 0049-0014?
What are the uses for Unasyn?
What are Unasyn Active Ingredients?
- AMPICILLIN SODIUM 2 g/1 - Semi-synthetic derivative of penicillin that functions as an orally active broad-spectrum antibiotic.
- SULBACTAM SODIUM 1 g/1 - A beta-lactamase inhibitor with very weak antibacterial action. The compound prevents antibiotic destruction of beta-lactam antibiotics by inhibiting beta-lactamases, thus extending their spectrum activity. Combinations of sulbactam with beta-lactam antibiotics have been used successfully for the therapy of infections caused by organisms resistant to the antibiotic alone.
Which are Unasyn UNII Codes?
The UNII codes for the active ingredients in this product are:
- AMPICILLIN SODIUM (UNII: JFN36L5S8K)
- AMPICILLIN (UNII: 7C782967RD) (Active Moiety)
- SULBACTAM SODIUM (UNII: DKQ4T82YE6)
- SULBACTAM (UNII: S4TF6I2330) (Active Moiety)
What is the NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk for Unasyn?
- RxCUI: 1659592 - ampicillin / sulbactam 1.5 GM Injection
- RxCUI: 1659592 - ampicillin 1000 MG / sulbactam 500 MG Injection
- RxCUI: 1659592 - ampicillin (as ampicillin sodium) 1 GM / sulbactam (as sulbactam sodium) 0.5 GM Injection
- RxCUI: 1659592 - ampicillin 1 GM / sulbactam 0.5 GM Injection
- RxCUI: 1659595 - Unasyn 1.5 GM Injection
Which are the Pharmacologic Classes for Unasyn?
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Patient Education
Ampicillin and Sulbactam Injection
The combination of ampicillin and sulbactam injection is used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria, including infections of the skin, female reproductive organs, and abdomen (stomach area). Ampicillin is in a class of medications called penicillin-like antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Sulbactam is in a class of medications called beta-lactamase inhibitors. It works by preventing bacteria from destroying ampicillin. Antibiotics such as ampicillin and sulbactam injection will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections. Using antibiotics when they are not needed increases your risk of getting an infection later that resists antibiotic treatment.
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Antibiotics
What are antibiotics?
Antibiotics are medicines that fight bacterial infections in people and animals. They work by killing the bacteria or by making it hard for the bacteria to grow and multiply.
Antibiotics can be taken in different ways:
- Orally (by mouth). This could be pills, capsules, or liquids.
- Topically. This might be a cream, spray, or ointment that you put on your skin. It could also be eye ointment, eye drops, or ear drops.
- Through an injection or intravenously (IV). This is usually for more serious infections.
What do antibiotics treat?
Antibiotics only treat certain bacterial infections, such as strep throat, urinary tract infections, and E. coli.
You may not need to take antibiotics for some bacterial infections. For example, you might not need them for many sinus infections or some ear infections. Taking antibiotics when they're not needed won't help you, and they can have side effects. Your health care provider can decide the best treatment for you when you're sick. Don't ask your provider to prescribe an antibiotic for you.
Do antibiotics treat viral infections?
Antibiotics do not work on viral infections. For example, you shouldn't take antibiotics for:
- Colds and runny noses, even if the mucus is thick, yellow, or green
- Most sore throats (except strep throat)
- Flu
- Most cases of bronchitis
What are the side effects of antibiotics?
The side effects of antibiotics range from minor to very severe. Some of the common side effects include:
More serious side effects can include:
- C. diff infections, which cause diarrhea that can lead to severe colon damage and sometimes even death
- Severe and life-threatening allergic reactions
- Antibiotic resistance infections
Call your health care provider if you develop any side effects while taking your antibiotic.
Why is it important to take antibiotics only when they're needed?
You should only take antibiotics when they are needed because they can cause side effects and can contribute to antibiotic resistance. Antibiotic resistance happens when the bacteria change and become able to resist the effects of an antibiotic. This means that the bacteria continue to grow.
How do I use antibiotics correctly?
When you take antibiotics, it is important that you take them responsibly:
- Always follow the directions carefully. Finish your medicine even if you feel better. If you stop taking them too soon, some bacteria may survive and re-infect you.
- Don't save your antibiotics for later.
- Don't share your antibiotic with others.
- Don't take antibiotics prescribed for someone else. This may delay the best treatment for you, make you even sicker, or cause side effects.
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