Dose adjustment in renal impairment
Dose adjustment may be needed in kidney disease.
Leaflet RETARPEN 2.4 2400000ui powder for suspension for injection
- Product code:
- W41719002
- Quantity:
- 1
- Indicated for:
- bacterial infections
- Route of administration:
- injectable
- Substance:
- benzathine benzylpenicillin (antibacterial antibiotic)
- ATC
- J01CE08 — Antiinfectives for systemic use | Beta-lactam antibacterials, penicillins | Beta-lactamase sensitive penicillins
Precautions:
Anaphylaxis
Risk of severe allergic reaction. Seek urgent medical help if serious symptoms occur.
Colitis / severe diarrhea
Seek medical advice if severe or persistent diarrhea occurs.
Benzathine benzylpenicillin is an antibiotic from the penicillin class used to treat bacterial infections caused by susceptible microorganisms. It is a long-acting form of benzylpenicillin, allowing for administration at extended intervals. It is indicated for the treatment of infections such as syphilis, streptococcal pharyngitis, rheumatic fever, and other infections caused by group A beta-hemolytic streptococci.
The medication is administered exclusively intramuscularly, usually in the gluteal muscle, and should not be injected intravenously due to the risk of severe reactions. The dosage and frequency of administration depend on the type and severity of the infection, as well as the patient’s weight.
Adverse effects may include allergic reactions such as skin rashes, itching, hives, or, in rare cases, severe anaphylactic reactions. Other possible side effects include pain or inflammation at the injection site, fever, or gastrointestinal disturbances.
Benzathine benzylpenicillin is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to penicillins or other beta-lactam antibiotics. Its use during pregnancy is generally considered safe but should be administered under medical supervision. It is important for patients to inform their doctor of any history of allergies before administration.
The medication is administered exclusively intramuscularly, usually in the gluteal muscle, and should not be injected intravenously due to the risk of severe reactions. The dosage and frequency of administration depend on the type and severity of the infection, as well as the patient’s weight.
Adverse effects may include allergic reactions such as skin rashes, itching, hives, or, in rare cases, severe anaphylactic reactions. Other possible side effects include pain or inflammation at the injection site, fever, or gastrointestinal disturbances.
Benzathine benzylpenicillin is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to penicillins or other beta-lactam antibiotics. Its use during pregnancy is generally considered safe but should be administered under medical supervision. It is important for patients to inform their doctor of any history of allergies before administration.
General data about RETARPEN 2.4 2400000ui
- Substance:
- benzathine benzylpenicillin
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-07-2013
- Product code:
- W41719002
- Concentration:
- 2400000ui
- Pharmaceutical form:
- powder for suspension for injection
- Quantity:
- 1
- Product type:
- Generic medicine
- Prescription status:
- P-RF — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.
Concentrations available for benzathine benzylpenicillin
- 1200000UI
- 2400000ui
- 600000ui