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Penadur LA 2.4 MU Benzathine Penicillin G Injection - 1 Vial
Certain severe bacterial infections, such as Syphilis or recurring Rheumatic Fever, require a continuous, low-level antibiotic presence in the bloodstream over several weeks to ensure complete eradication. Penadur LA (Long Acting) provides this sustained defense. Once injected deep into the muscle, this highly insoluble Benzathine Penicillin formulation creates a slow-release depot, ensuring steady bactericidal activity against Treponema pallidum and Streptococci for up to 4 weeks from a single shot.
How to Use / Operate
Strictly for deep Intramuscular (IM) injection only by a qualified healthcare professional. Must be reconstituted with sterile water for injection, shaken vigorously, and injected immediately into the upper outer quadrant of the gluteus maximus using a large gauge needle.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penadur LA 2.4 MU used for?
It is an injectable antibiotic used as the primary curative treatment for syphilis, and as a long-term monthly preventive injection against rheumatic fever.
Can this be injected into an IV drip?
ABSOLUTELY NOT. Accidental intravenous administration of Benzathine Penicillin can cause severe cardiac arrest and death. It is strictly for deep IM use.
Important Clinical Considerations
Contraindicated in patients with a history of penicillin anaphylaxis. Because it is a thick suspension, the injection is notoriously painful; clinical protocols often advise mixing with a local anesthetic (like lidocaine) if permitted. Monitor patient for 30 minutes post-injection for anaphylactic shock.
| Key Detail |
Value / Specification |
| Active Ingredient |
Benzathine Benzylpenicillin 2.4 Million Units |
| Therapeutic Class |
Long-Acting Depot Penicillin Antibiotic |
| Packaging |
1 Powder Vial |
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