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Penicillin V Potassium (Pen-Vee K, Beepen-VK, Veetids)

Category:

  • Antibiotic

Description:

  • Penicillin, Natural

Indications:

  • Penicillin-G-sensitive microorganisms, refer to Penicillin G Aqueous monograph

  • Streptococcal infections (mild to moderate severe)

  • Pneumococcal infections (mild to moderately severe)

  • Staphylococcal infections (mild)

  • Fusospirochetosis (Vincent’s infection, mild to moderately severe) of the oropharynx

Contraindications:

  • None

Precautions:

  • Pregnancy category B

  • Use with caution in patients with penicillin or cephalosporin allergy (5-10% chance of cross-reactivity)

  • Counsel patient to finish all medication to prevent development of resistance

Adverse Reactions (Side Effects):

  • Hypersensitivity

  • Gastrointestinal: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea

  • Vaginitis

 

 

Dosage:

  • Administered orally (tablets and oral suspension)

  • refer to Penicillin G Aqueous monograph

  • 250mg = 400,000 units

  • For oral suspension:  refrigerate, shake well, good for 14 days only

 

 

The information contained here is an abbreviated summary. For more detailed and complete information, consult the manufacturer's product information sheets or standard textbooks.

Source: Operational Medicine 2001,  Health Care in Military Settings, NAVMED P-5139, May 1, 2001, Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, Department of the Navy, 2300 E Street NW, Washington, D.C., 20372-5300

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