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Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) is used -
Mild
Is the use of Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) safe during breastfeeding?
Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) on the Liver?
Using Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) on the Heart?
Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) is not harmful for the heart.
Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) 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 Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) habit forming or addictive?
Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin)
Taking Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin)
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) covers Staphylococcus aureus bacteria and this bacteria is generally found to be susceptible to Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin). However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended before using this drug to confirm its susceptibility against this bacteria.
Yes, Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) is used in the treatment of meningitis which is caused by bacteria Neisseria meningitidis or Listeria monocytogenes. Usually, the treatment for syphilis with Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) continues over the duration of 2-3 weeks depending on the patient's condition and infection severity.
Yes, Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) has been reported to cause diarrhoea and it is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, then discuss with your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) covers Enterococcus faecalis bacteria but to increase the efficacy of Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) against this bacteria aminoglycosides antibiotics are given along with this drug. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm the susceptibility of this bacteria to Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin).
Yes, Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) can treat pneumonia caused by bacteria (Streptococcus pneumoniae). Penicillin G (Benzylpenicillin) works in pneumonia by preventing the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). In the absence of the cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. It also kills the bacteria during the stage of their active multiplication.
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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