Written by Stephanie Nera, RPh, PharmD · Pharmacology
Benzathine benzylpenicillin is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of infections. It is a long-acting penicillin antibiotic that works by binding to the bacterial cell wall causing it to rupture, killing the bacteria.
Benzathine benzylpenicillin is mainly indicated to treat or prevent:
Benzathine benzylpenicillin is available as a powder for injection. It should be reconstituted with a suitable diluent before injection. Only a licensed health professional should administer this drug.
Benzathine benzylpenicillin should be stored in the refrigerator (2-8°C). Do not freeze. For safety, keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Always check the label before using this product. Do not use if the printed expiration date has passed, the product seal has been broken, or the product has changed in color, odor, or consistency.
Do not dispose of this product by pouring it down the drain, toilet, or into the environment. Ask your pharmacist regarding the proper way and location of disposal.
Before using this medication, inform your doctor if:
This drug is a pregnancy category B drug. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies using cefazolin in pregnant women. However, animal studies show no risk to the fetus. This drug should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus, as determined by your doctor.
This drug is excreted in breast milk. This drug should be used while breastfeeding only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the child, as determined by your doctor.
All drugs have the potential to elicit side effects even with normal use. Many side effects are dose-related and will resolve when it is adjusted or at the end of therapy.
Potential side effects while using benzathine benzylpenicillin include:
Rare, serious adverse reactions:
You may experience some, none, or other side effects not mentioned above. If you experience serious adverse reactions, you must stop taking the drug immediately. If you have any concerns about a side effect or it becomes bothersome, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Benzathine benzylpenicillin may interact with other medications. To avoid any potential drug interactions, you should keep a list of all the drugs you are using (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist.
Known drugs and associated interactions with benzathine benzylpenicillin include:
If you experience an adverse drug interaction, stop taking this drug and continue taking your other medication. Inform your doctor immediately to reevaluate your treatment plan. Your dose may need to be adjusted, substituted with another drug, or discontinue using the drug.
Does food or alcohol interact with benzathine benzylpenicillin?
This drug has no notable interactions with food or alcohol.
Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any concerns regarding food-drug interactions.
What health conditions may interact with benzathine benzylpenicillin?
Benzathine benzylpenicillin should be taken with caution if you have any of the following conditions or risk factors:
Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have any concerns regarding specific health conditions.
The information provided is not a substitute for any medical advice. You should ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before using benzathine benzylpenicillin.
All doses are to be given via intramuscular (IM) injection.
To treat syphilis (primary, secondary and latent)
To treat streptococcal pharyngitis
To treat treponemal infections
To prevent recurrence of acute attack:
All doses are to be given by intramuscular (IM) injection.
To treat streptococcal pharyngitis
To treat treponemal infections
To treat congenital syphilis
Prevention of recurrence of acute attack:
This drug is available in the following brands, dosage forms, and strengths:
In case of an emergency or an overdose, call your local emergency services or go to your nearest emergency room.
If you miss a dose of this drug, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your regular dose as scheduled. Do not take a double dose. Avoid missing doses to prevent antibiotic resistance and treatment failure.
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