Benzathine Information

Benzathine is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. The alternative uses of Benzathine have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Benzathine depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Benzathine have been listed ahead. These side effects of Benzathine are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Benzathine is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Benzathine related warnings talks about Benzathine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Benzathine contraindications section.

Additionally, Benzathine may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Benzathine is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Benzathine Benefits & Uses
Benzathine Dosage & How to Take
Benzathine Side Effects
Benzathine Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Benzathine with Other Drugs
Benzathine Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Benzathine
Benzathine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Benzathine Benefits & Uses

Benzathine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Benzathine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Syphilis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2400000 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Syphilis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50000 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Syphilis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2400000 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 900000 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 600000 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: Above 10 years old can take 900,000 units IM as a single dose

Benzathine Related Warnings

Is the use of Benzathine safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Benzathine in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Benzathine safe during breastfeeding?

Benzathine is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Benzathine on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Benzathine on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Benzathine on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Benzathine on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Benzathine on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Benzathine for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Benzathine with Other Drugs

Benzathine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Benzathine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Benzathine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Benzathine

Is this Benzathine habit forming or addictive?

Benzathine is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Benzathine since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Benzathine is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Benzathine for mental disorders.

No

Benzathine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Benzathine

Taking Benzathine with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Benzathine

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Benzathine.

Unknown