What is another word for ampicillin?
Pronunciation: [ˈampɪsˌɪlɪn] (IPA) 
Ampicillin, an antibiotic, is primarily used to treat bacterial infections, particularly those caused by gram-negative bacteria. However, there are alternative terms that are sometimes used interchangeably with ampicillin. These include penicillin, penicillin V, penicillinase-resistant penicillin, and amoxicillin. All of these antibiotics have a similar mechanism of action to ampicillin, with some differences in their level of activity against various types of bacteria. Amoxicillin, for example, is a broad-spectrum antibiotic commonly used to treat urinary tract infections, respiratory infections, and skin infections. Ultimately, the choice of antibiotic will depend on the type and severity of the bacterial infection and the patient's medical history.
