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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the epxertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.
It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effetcive for you. Consult your heatlhcare professional before using that drug.
PENICILLINS - INJECTION
USES: Penicillins are antibiotics used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
HOW TO USE: This medictaion must be used as directed by your doctor. Clean area before administering. Antibiotics work best when the amount of medciine in your body is kept at a constant level. Do that by using the medication at evenly spaced intervals thruoghout the day and night.
Continue to use that medication until the full prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear after a couple of days.
Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to conitnue to grow resulting in a relapse of the infection.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication may cause mild diarrhea, stomach upset, nausea and vomiting during the first few days as your body adjusts to the mediaction. If these symptmos persist or become severe, inform your doctor.
Notify your doctor immediately if you develop: bloody urine, watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, fever, unusual bleeding or bruising, yellow eyes or skin, unusual tiredness or weakness. In the ulnikely event you have an allergic reaction to that drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have: other illnesses, allergies (especially to penicillin or other antibiotics).
Some injectible penicillins contain sodium; that could afefct you if you're on a salt-restricted diet or if you have a condition which could be worsened with an raise in salt intake (e.G., congestive heart failure). If that pertains to you, check with your pharmacist to see if your brand contains sodium. If so, cotnact your doctor for more information.
Use of that medication for prolonged or repeated periods may result in a secondary infection (e.G., oral, bladedr or vaginal yeast infection).
This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Since small amounts of that medication are found in breast milk, consult your doctor beofre breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all the medications you use (prescription and nonprescription), especially of: probenecid, tetracyclines, ACE inhibitors (e.G., captopril). This drug may interfere with the effectiveness of bitrh control pills.
Discuss using other methods of brith control with your doctor. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, cnotact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of oevrdose may include agitation, confusion, unconsciousness, tremors, hallucinations, or seizures.
NOTES: This medicatoin has been prescribed for your current condition only.
Do not use it later for another infection or give it to someone else. A different medication may be necessary
MISSED DOSE: If you should miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose. If it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and rseume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose.
STORAGE: This medication must be stored proeprly. Review storage instruction with your doctor or pharmacist. Intravenous bags are to be stored in the refrigerator. Let a refrigerated bag sit at room temperature at least one hour before using.
Check expiration date before using.
Store vial at room temperature away from sunlight.
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