Pfizerpen
Active Ingredients: Penicillin G Potassium
Other Names: Pfizerpen Solution for Injection
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What is/are Pfizerpen?
What should I tell my health care providers before I take this medicine?
How should I use this medicine?
What if I miss a dose?
What may interact with this medicine?
What side effects may I notice from this medicine?
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Where should I keep this medicine?
What is/are Pfizerpen?
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PENICILLIN G is a penicillin antibiotic. It kills or stops the growth of some bacteria. This medicine is used to treat many kinds of infections of the skin, brain, blood, heart, lungs, and stomach or gut. It is also used to treat Lyme disease and certain sexually transmitted diseases. It will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
What should I tell my health care providers before I take this medicine?
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They need to know if you have any of these conditions: - asthma
- kidney disease
- an unusual or allergic reaction to penicillin, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
- pregnant or trying to get pregnant
- breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
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This medicine is for injection into a muscle or for infusion into a vein. It is usually given by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic setting.
If you get this medicine at home, you will be taught how to prepare and give this medicine. Use exactly as directed. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Take all of your medicine as directed even if you think you are better. Do not skip doses or stop your medicine early.
It is important that you put your used needles and syringes in a special sharps container. Do not put them in a trash can. If you do not have a sharps container, call your pharmacist or healthcare provider to get one.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
Note: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
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If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not use double or extra doses.
What may interact with this medicine?
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- aspirin
- birth control pills
- diuretics
- ethacrynic acid
- indomethacin
- methotrexate
- phenylbutazone
- probenecid
- some antibiotics like chloramphenicol, erythromycin, sulfamethoxazole, tetracycline
- typhoid vaccine
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care providers a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What side effects may I notice from this medicine?
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Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible: - allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
- breathing problems
- dark urine
- fever with headache, flushing
- pain or difficulty passing urine
- redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
- seizures
- unusual bleeding or bruising
- unusually weak or tired
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):- diarrhea
- dizziness
- headache
- pain at site where injected
- stomach upset
This list may not describe all possible side effects.
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
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Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medicine.
Do not treat diarrhea with over the counter products. Contact your doctor if you have diarrhea that lasts more than 2 days or if it is severe and watery.
This medicine can interfere with some urine glucose tests. If you use such tests, talk with your health care professional.
Where should I keep this medicine?
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Keep out of the reach of children.
If you are using this medicine at home, you will be instructed on how to store this medicine. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date on the label.
NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
Last Updated:July 27, 2007 COPYRIGHT© Gold Standard, An Elsevier Company |
