Benzylpenicillin Fresenius Kabi
Benzylpenicillin Fresenius Kabi is an antibiotic that kills certain bacteria and treats infections in adults, adolescents, children, newborns, and premature infants.
Form
injektio-/infuusiokuiva-aine liuosta varten
Strength
1.2 g
Active Ingredient
Benzylpenicillin sodium
Manufacturer
Fresenius Kabi AB
How to Use
Dosage
For adults and adolescents over 12 years, the typical daily dose is 1-5 million IU (0.6-3 g), divided into 4-6 doses.
Method
This medication is administered by a doctor as an injection into a muscle or vein, either as a direct injection or a short infusion.
Important
For severe infections, the maximum daily dose can be up to 40 million IU (24 g).
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Allergic reactions (such as mild rash or itching)
- •Hives
- •Fever
- •Joint pain
- •Inflammation of the mouth lining or tongue
- •Nausea or vomiting
RARE
- •Severe allergic reactions, such as rash, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or tongue, or anaphylactic shock.
- •Seizures or convulsions
- •Electrolyte imbalances
- •Severe diarrhea, which may be associated with colon inflammation
- •Kidney problems, such as blood or protein in the urine, or decreased urine production.
- •Blood count changes, such as decreased white or red blood cells, and blood clotting disorders.
- •Liver inflammation.
- •Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction, with symptoms like sudden fever, chills, skin redness, headache, muscle and joint pain, and fatigue.
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to penicillin or have had a severe allergic reaction during penicillin treatment.
- Do not use if you have had a severe allergic reaction to other beta-lactam antibiotics, such as cephalosporins.
- Seizures may occur if the infusion is given too quickly.
- Severe local reactions may occur in infants if given intramuscularly; if possible, the medicine should be given intravenously.