Product Overview
Benzathine Penicillin 2.4 Million IU Injection is a long-acting penicillin antibiotic used to treat certain bacterial infections and prevent selected recurrent infections. It contains benzathine benzylpenicillin, also known as benzathine penicillin G, formulated as a powder that is reconstituted to form an injectable suspension.
Active Ingredient
Benzathine benzylpenicillin 2.4 million IU per vial.
How It Works
Benzathine penicillin slowly releases benzylpenicillin after intramuscular injection. The antibiotic binds to penicillin-binding proteins in susceptible bacteria, inhibiting the cross-linking of peptidoglycan in their cell walls. This weakens the bacterial cell wall and leads to bacterial death. Its slow absorption helps maintain antibiotic levels for an extended period.
Uses and Indications
Syphilis, according to stage-specific treatment guidelines
Yaws and other susceptible treponemal infections
Selected susceptible streptococcal infections
Prevention of recurrent rheumatic fever
Precautions and Warnings
Contraindicated in patients with a serious penicillin allergy.
Serious allergic reactions may occur.
Must not be administered intravenously or intra-arterially.
Use the correct treatment regimen for the specific infection.
Seek urgent medical care for breathing difficulties, facial swelling or collapse.
Common Side Effects
Injection-site pain or swelling
Skin rash
Nausea
Diarrhoea
Fever or chills following treatment in some patients
