Unasyn (ampicillin sodium/sulbactam sodium)

Gastroenterol Nurs. 1993 Aug;16(1):36-8. doi: 10.1097/00001610-199308000-00011.

Abstract

Unasyn is a combination drug used for the treatment of infections as well as a prophylactic intervention prior to surgical or endoscopic interventions. Unasyn is a broad spectrum antibiotic of the penicillin family that inhibits beta-lactamases, ensuring activity of the ampicillin against resistant organisms. Peak serum levels of Unasyn are reached in 15 min to 1 hr after an IV infusion of 15 min.

MeSH terms

  • Ampicillin / administration & dosage*
  • Ampicillin / adverse effects
  • Drug Therapy, Combination / therapeutic use
  • Humans
  • Sulbactam / administration & dosage*
  • Sulbactam / adverse effects

Substances

  • Ampicillin
  • Sulbactam