Indications

Treatment of infections due to Streptococci group A, pharyngitis, impetigo, otitis media… Prophylaxis of acute rheumatic fever, endocarditis, cerebrospinal meningitis.

Present

Blister of 10 film– coated tablets. Box of 10 blister.

Composition

Phenoxymethylpenicillin potassium (Penicillin V potassium) 400,000 IU Excipients sq. for .1 film– coated tablet

Actions

Penicillin V (Phenoxymethylpenicillin) is a b– lactam antibiotic and has a bactericidal action against Gram – positive bacteria, Gram – negative cocci, some other gram– negative bacteria, Spirochaetes and Actinomycetes. It exerts its killing action on growing and dividing bacteria by inhibiting bacterial cell– wall synthesis.

Contra-Indications

Hypersensitivity to Pencillins and Cephalosporins.

Precaution

– Caution is necessary in patients with a history of allergy and asthma.
– Therapy should be discontinued if an allergic reaction occurs.
– Don’t use Penicillin V in severe infections of respiratory (such as severe pneumonia).
– Nursing mothers

Interaction

Avoid concomitant use with Neomycin. This combination will reduce the absorption of Penicillin V.

Shelf life

36 months from the manufacturing date.

Storage

Store in a dry place, not exceeding 30^oC. Protect from light.

Dosage

– Children: 10,000 – 50,000 IU/kg/day.
– Adults: 2 – 4 M.IU/day in 2 – 3 divided doses.