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Procaine- Penicillin - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Information about Procaine- Penicillin

Generic Name : Procaine- Penicillin
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Procaine- Penicillin are provided here.

Pronunciation : PEN-i-SIL-in G PROE-kane

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Procaine- Penicillin, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.
You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.


Trade Names/Brand Names of Procaine- Penicillin

India :


Fortified Procaine Peni 40l Vial, F.P.P Vial, Bistrepen Paed Inj , Bistrepen Forte Inj , Bistrepen 5 Dose Inj , Bistrepen 1 Dose Inj.

International :


Wycillin, Bicillin CR

Why is Procaine- Penicillin Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an antibiotic, prescribed for many bacterial infections. It fights bacteria in the body.

When should Procaine- Penicillin not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Procaine- Penicillin?

IM- Adults and pediatric patients over 60 lbs. in weight: 2,400,000 units.
Pediatric patients from 30 to 60 lbs: 900,000 units to 1,200,000 units.
Pediatric patients under 30 lbs: 600,000 units.

How should Procaine- Penicillin be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider into the muscle.

What are the warnings and precautions for Procaine- Penicillin?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, kidney disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Do not inject the medication into the vein.

• It may affect blood sugar level, monitor blood sugar regularly.

What are the side effects of Procaine- Penicillin?

Body as a Whole- Hypersensitivity reactions including itching, fatigue, weakness, and pain, headache.
Heart - Heart arrest, low/high blood pressure, fast heart rate, palpitations, blood clot in lungs, dilatation of blood vessels, stroke and fainting.
Gastrointestinal- Nausea, vomiting, blood in stool and intestinal necrosis.
Injection Site- Injection site reactions including pain, inflammation, lump, abscess, necrosis and swelling.
Metabolic- Elevated Blood Urea Nitrogen and liver enzymes level.
Musculoskeletal- Joint disorder, bone inflammation and muscle weakness.
Central Nervous System- Nervousness, tremors, dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, anxiety, mood changes, epilepsy and coma.
Blood- Anemia, decreased platelet and white blood cells count.
Respiratory- Difficulty in breathing.
Skin- Sweating.
Special Senses- Blurred vision and blindness.
Genitourinary- Blood in urine, protein in urine, kidney failure, impotence and painful erection.

What are the other precautions for Procaine- Penicillin?

Avoid vaccination while taking this medication.

What are the storage conditions for Procaine- Penicillin?

Store it in refrigerator between 2 to 8 °C
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