Penicillin G Benzathin
Generic Name: penicillin g benzathin
Brand Names:
Lentocilin
Lentocilin S is indicated for the treatment of the following infections in adults and children: - Upper respiratory tract infections, namely group A streptococcal infections - Primary and secondary syphilis - Latent syphilis - Tertiary syphilis (in adults) - Congenital syphilis (in children) - Yaws - Bejel - Pinta Lentocilin S is also indicated prophylactically in the following situations: - Rheumatic fever - Diphtheria (including elimination of the asymptomatic carrier state) Consideration shou...
Overview
Lentocilin S is indicated for the treatment of the following infections in adults and children: - Upper respiratory tract infections, namely group A streptococcal infections - Primary and secondary syphilis - Latent syphilis - Tertiary syphilis (in adults) - Congenital syphilis (in children) - Yaws - Bejel - Pinta Lentocilin S is also indicated prophylactically in the following situations: - Rheumatic fever - Diphtheria (including elimination of the asymptomatic carrier state) Consideration shou...
Uses
Lentocilin S is indicated for the treatment of the following infections in adults and children: - Upper respiratory tract infections, namely group A streptococcal infections - Primary and secondary syphilis - Latent syphilis - Tertiary syphilis (in adults) - Congenital syphilis (in children) - Yaws - Bejel - Pinta Lentocilin S is also indicated prophylactically in the following situations: - Rheumatic fever - Diphtheria (including elimination of the asymptomatic carrier state) Consideration should be given to official guidelines for appropriate use of antimicrobial agents. indications&usage section
Dosage
Lentocilin S suspension for injection is to be EXCLUSIVELY administered by DEEP INTRAMUSCULAR (IM) INJECTION. Deep IM administration of this medicine requires a rigorous technique and should be performed only by experienced health technicians and in places prepared for the emergency treatment of a possible anaphylactic reaction. Posology Adults Group A streptococcal infections - Upper respiratory tract infections: 1,200,000 IUunits in a single dose. Primary, secondary and early latent syphilis: 2,400,000 unitsIU in a single dose (injection at two different sites). Late latent syphilis or of unknown duration: 2,400,000 unitsIU (injection at two different sites) weekly for 3 consecutive weeks.
Side Effects
The most common undesirable effects of benzylpenicillin are hypersensitivity reactions, especially skin rashes. Anaphylactic reactions occurred occasionally, which have sometimes been fatal. The overall incidence of allergic reactions to penicillin ranges between 1 and 10%. Anaphylactic reactions occur in approximately 0.05% of patients, usually after parenteral administration. The following undesirable effects were observed with benzylpenicillin: Blood and lymphatic system disorders - Eosinophilia and hemolytic anemia (both with immunological basis), leukopenia and thrombocytopenia. These effects are usually reversible after discontinuation of treatment. Immune system disorders - Hypersensitivity reactions to penicillin cause a wide variety of clinical syndromes.
Interactions
Bacteriostatic antibiotics: Bacteriostatic antibiotics, such as tetracycline, erythromycin and chloramphenicol, may antagonize the bactericidal effect of benzylpenicillin by interfering with active bacterial growth necessary to benzylpenicillin’s effect. Oral contraceptives: The efficacy of oral contraceptives may be impaired in case of concomitant therapy with benzylpenicillin, which may result in an unwanted pregnancy. Women taking oral contraceptives should be alerted to this situation and should be informed about the need to adopt alternative methods of contraception. Methotrexate: Penicillins may reduce the renal excretion of methotrexate causing a potential increase in its toxicity. Probenecid: Probenecid decreases the renal tubular secretion of benzylpenicillin.
Warnings
Lentocilin S suspension for injection should ONLY be administered by INTRAMUSCULAR ROUTE. To avoid injury, Lentocilin S suspension should not be administered by intravenous, intraarterial or subcutaneous route, in the adipose layer, into or near a peripheral nerve or blood vessel. Before injecting the suspension, the position of the needle should be controlled by aspiration. If blood shows up in the syringe, pull back the needle and inject on another site. Administer Lentocilin S suspension EXCLUSIVELY by DEEP INTRAMUSCULAR INJECTION in the external upper quadrant of the buttock. In children and infants, the IM injections should be done, preferably, in the middle of the external lateral side of the thigh. Hypersensitivity to the active substance, to other penicillin or to any of the excipients. Hypersensitivity to lidocaine or local anesthetics of the amide type.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penicillin G Benzathin used for?▼
Lentocilin S is indicated for the treatment of the following infections in adults and children: - Upper respiratory tract infections, namely group A streptococcal infections - Primary and secondary syphilis - Latent syphilis - Tertiary syphilis (in adults) - Congenital syphilis (in children) - Yaws - Bejel - Pinta Lentocilin S is also indicated prophylactically in the following situations: - Rheumatic fever - Diphtheria (including elimination of the asymptomatic carrier state) Consideration should be given to official guidelines for appropriate use of antimicrobial agents. indications&usage section
What are the side effects of Penicillin G Benzathin?▼
The most common undesirable effects of benzylpenicillin are hypersensitivity reactions, especially skin rashes. Anaphylactic reactions occurred occasionally, which have sometimes been fatal. The overall incidence of allergic reactions to penicillin ranges between 1 and 10%. Anaphylactic reactions occur in approximately 0.05% of patients, usually after parenteral administration. The following undesirable effects were observed with benzylpenicillin: Blood and lymphatic system disorders - Eosinophilia and hemolytic anemia (both with immunological basis), leukopenia and thrombocytopenia. These effects are usually reversible after discontinuation of treatment. Immune system disorders - Hypersensitivity reactions to penicillin cause a wide variety of clinical syndromes.
What are the important warnings for Penicillin G Benzathin?▼
Lentocilin S suspension for injection should ONLY be administered by INTRAMUSCULAR ROUTE. To avoid injury, Lentocilin S suspension should not be administered by intravenous, intraarterial or subcutaneous route, in the adipose layer, into or near a peripheral nerve or blood vessel. Before injecting the suspension, the position of the needle should be controlled by aspiration. If blood shows up in the syringe, pull back the needle and inject on another site. Administer Lentocilin S suspension EXCLUSIVELY by DEEP INTRAMUSCULAR INJECTION in the external upper quadrant of the buttock. In children and infants, the IM injections should be done, preferably, in the middle of the external lateral side of the thigh. Hypersensitivity to the active substance, to other penicillin or to any of the excipients. Hypersensitivity to lidocaine or local anesthetics of the amide type.
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