Consuming alcohol with Penicillin G Sodium does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Penicillin G Sodium is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Penicillin G Sodium is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
SAFE
Penicillin G Sodium does not usually affect your ability to drive.
CAUTION
Penicillin G Sodium should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Penicillin G Sodium may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Penicillin G Sodium should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Penicillin G Sodium may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Penicillin G Sodium 5LacIU Injection
Introduction
Penicillin G Sodium is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the throat, ear, nasal sinuses, respiratory tract, skin and soft tissue, and sexually transmitted diseases like Syphilis.
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Uses of Penicillin G Sodium
Bacterial infections
Syphilis
Prevention of rheumatic fever
Side effects of Penicillin G Sodium
Common
Rash
Vomiting
Allergic reaction
Nausea
Diarrhea
How to use Penicillin G Sodium
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Penicillin G Sodium may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Penicillin G Sodium works
Penicillin G Sodium is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Penicillin G Sodium for the treatment of bacterial infections.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood...
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Inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking t...
IM Administration
Do not inject near artery or nerve (may result in permanent neurologic damage)
Neonates, infants, small children: Midlateral asp...
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Adult Dose
Adult: IV Bacterial endocarditis W/ aminoglycoside: 1.2 g 4 hrly. Intrapartum prophylaxis against group B streptococcal infection Initial: 3 g, then 1...
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Child Dose
Infant & Children: Bacterial Infection
IV, IM 100,000–250,000 U/kg/day q4–6h
Max daily dose is 24 million U.
Renal Dose
Renal impairment: Dosing interval should be no more frequent than every 8-10 hr.
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity to penicillins.
Mode of Action
Benzylpenicillin has a bactericidal action against gram-positive bacteria, gram-negative cocci, some other gram-negative bacteria, spirochetes and act...
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Precaution
Very high doses in poor renal function (risk of neurotoxicity) or heart failure. Avoid contact, skin sensitization may occur. Monitor serum potassium ...
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