Did You Take Ampicillin While Pregnant?

Ampicillin is considered safe during pregnancy. Ampicillin is excreted in breast milk and may cause diarrhea or allergic responses in nursing infants. If ampicillin is used during pregnancy, the potential benefit of ampicillin for the mother should be weighed against the potential risk of side effects in the infant.

Is ampicillin OK to take while pregnant?

With so many antibiotics available, it isn't possible to list all of them here. But common antibiotics that are generally considered safe during pregnancy include penicillins (such as amoxicillin and ampicillin), cephalosporins (such as cephalexin), and erythromycin.

Why is ampicillin given during pregnancy?

Conclusions: Ampicillin treatment, particularly in the first trimester of gestation, can reduce the proportion of preterm birth in pregnant women with acute infectious diseases of the genitourinary and respiratory system.