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Benzylpenicillin
Synonym(s): Penicillin G
Introduction
In the UK, Benzylpenicillin is classified as category D (Prudence) by the European Medicines Agency (EMA).
Name
- Penicillin G.
Class of drug
- Penicillin antibiotic.
Description
Chemical name
- [2S-(2-alpha,5-alpha,6-beta)]-3,3-dimethyl-7-oxo-6-[(phenylacetyl)amino]-4-thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid.
Molecular formula
- C16H18N2O4S.
Physical properties
- Sterile powder.
- Sterile, aqueous suspension.
Storage requirements
- Powder:
- <25°C.
- Suspension:
- Between 2-8°C.
- Do not store in freezer.
- Protect from light.
Uses
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Administration
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Pharmacokinetics
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Precautions
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Withdrawal Periods
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Adverse Reactions
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Further Reading
Publications
Refereed papers
- Recent references from PubMed and VetMedResource.
Other sources of information
- Plumb D C (2011) Plumb’s Veterinary Drug Handbook. 7th edn. Wiley-Blackwell, Ames, Iowa.
- Based on Small Animal Formulary. Tennant, Bryn (1999) 3rd edn. Cheltenham: BSAVA.
- European Medicines Agency (online) Categorisation of Antibiotics for Use in Animals for Prudent and Responsible Use. Website: www.ema.europa.eu (pdf download).