Offer - Urjas Oil for just ₹ 1 X
Benzylpenicillin Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Sore Throat. The alternative uses of Benzylpenicillin Injection have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Benzylpenicillin Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Benzylpenicillin Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Benzylpenicillin Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Benzylpenicillin Injection's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Benzylpenicillin Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Benzylpenicillin Injection related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Benzylpenicillin Injection contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Benzylpenicillin Injection with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Benzylpenicillin Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Benzylpenicillin Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
Is the use of Benzylpenicillin Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Benzylpenicillin Injection safely.
Is the use of Benzylpenicillin Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Benzylpenicillin Injection for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Benzylpenicillin Injection on the Kidneys?
Benzylpenicillin Injection is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Benzylpenicillin Injection on the Liver?
Benzylpenicillin Injection is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Benzylpenicillin Injection on the Heart?
You can take Benzylpenicillin Injection without any fear of damage to the heart.
Benzylpenicillin Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Benzylpenicillin Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Benzylpenicillin Injection habit forming or addictive?
Benzylpenicillin Injection is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Benzylpenicillin Injection does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Benzylpenicillin Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Benzylpenicillin Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Benzylpenicillin Injection
It is safe to take Benzylpenicillin Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Benzylpenicillin Injection
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Benzylpenicillin Injection and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Benzylpenicillin Injection can cause anaphylactic reactions. In fact, it is contraindicated in patients those who are already allergic to Benzylpenicillin Injection. Hence, if you already have penicillin allergy then please inform your doctor so that he can take required precautions.
Yes, Benzylpenicillin Injection can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Benzylpenicillin Injection is helpful in treating non-severe cellulitis in which skin becomes swollen and red due to infection. Benzylpenicillin Injection contains penicillin G (benzylpenicillin) which is effective in the treatment of non-severe cellulitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes that are susceptible to Benzylpenicillin Injection.
Benzylpenicillin Injection is a brand name of Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) and it comes in the form of injection and tablet. It belongs to the class of drugs known as penicillins. It is a prescription drug and a narrow-spectrum antibiotic which is used in the treatment of some bacterial infections such as empyema, pneumonia, diphtheria, pericarditis, endocarditis, and meningitis caused by susceptible bacteria. It is also used in prevention (prophylaxis) of rheumatic fever.
Take Benzylpenicillin Injection as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Penicillin G sodium
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1001-1004