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What type of medicine is this?
It is an antibiotic of the penicillin group available in tablets and liquid form. You cannot buy this medicine without a prescription from your healthcare provider.
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What is the medicine used for?
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Phenoxymethyl Penicillin is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infection and prevent infections in someone who has a poor immune system. Common side effects are nausea, vomiting, and stomach discomfort. Ensure you inform your healthcare provider if you are allergic or react badly to this medicine.
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How to take this medicine?
- This medicine comes in tablet or liquid form. It is taken by mouth every six hours (four times a day).
- Before using the medicine, ensure that you read the accompanying leaflet. The liquid form usually comes with a plastic spoon for proper measurement. Use this measuring spoon rather than a normal table spoon so you are sure to get the correct dosage.
- Take this medicine as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Phenoxymethyl penicillin works best on an empty stomach. You can take it before a meal or two hours after a meal.
- For adults and children over the age of 12, the dosage is 500mg four times a day for treatment and twice a day for prevention. The treatment usually takes seven days however it can take longer depending on the infection.
- If you miss a dose, take it immediately when you remember. If you remember close to the next prescribed dose (30 minutes to 2 hours before), take only the next dose.
- Make sure you complete your dosage. If you do not complete your dose, your illness can come back and may become worse.
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What are the side-effects?
You may experience the following side effects after using phenoxymethyl penicillin:
- Nausea.
- Vomiting.
- Stomach discomfort.
- Itchy skin and vagina
- Loose and watery stools.
- High body temperature.
If you notice peeling or redness of your skin or blood in your stools, visit your healthcare provider as soon as possible.
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What to know before taking this medicine?
- Discuss with your healthcare provider if you are on certain medications like blood thinners or other antibiotics. These drugs could interact and affect the effectiveness of the medication.
- Do not use this medicine alongside herbal remedies.
- Store this medicine in a cool and dry place, away from heat and light.
- Do not chew or take medication when broken. Always ensure the drug is well sealed before using.
- If you have had any bad reaction to other forms of penicillin or any other antibiotics in the past, let your healthcare provider know before taking this medicine.
- This medication is safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
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