Penicillin VK Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Penicillin VK is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, including sinusitis, strep throat, pneumonia, respiratory tract, ear infections, dental abscesses, and skin infections. Penicillin VK may also be used to treat STDs like gonorrhea and syphilis, infections of the genital and urinary tract. Penicillin VK kills bacteria by destroying the cell walls of the invading microorganisms. However, antibiotics like Penicillin VK are not effective against viruses and fungi. Penicillin VK injection is used to treat more serious infections.

Penicillin VK Side Effects

Penicillin VK side effects may include upset stomach, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, anxiety,and colitis. Other Penicillin VK side effects include confusion, convulsions, dizziness, hives, liver problems and jaundice, fungal infections, rash, tooth discoloration in children, and appetite loss.

PENICILLIN VK AND PREGNANCY

Penicillin VK is considered generally safe during pregnancy and breast-feeding. However, if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, inform your physician before taking Penicillin VK. Nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed while taking Penicillin VK as it could cause diarrhea in infants.

PENICILLIN VK OVERDOSE

Penicillin VK overdose symptoms may include short breath, diarrhea, nausea, stomach cramps, and vomiting. If you suspect an Penicillin VK overdose, seek medical attention right away.

PENICILLIN VK CAUTION

If you are allergic to penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics, check with your physician before taking Penicillin VK.

People with Cystic fibrosis are more prone to side effects from penicillin antibiotic like Penicillin VK.

Those who are using oral contraceptives should switch to other methods of contraceptives while taking Penicillin VK.

PENICILLIN VK WARNING

If you have ever had asthma, hives, hay fever, or other allergic reaction to penicillin consult with your physician before taking Penicillin VK.

Stop taking Penicillin VK if you experience reactions such as rash, fever, itching, joint pain, swollen lymph nodes, and or sores on the genitals.

It is imperative to take Penicillin VK for the entire course your physician has prescribed. Even if you feel better, you should to continue taking Penicillin VK.

Tell your physician if you have ever had asthma, colitis, diabetes, or kidney or liver disease before taking Penicillin VK.

PENICILLIN VK INTERACTION

Check with your doctor before combining Penicillin VK with the following:

Antacids
Beta-blockers
Blood thinning drugs
Chloramphenicol
Erythromycin
NSAIDs like Aleve or ibuprofen
Oral contraceptives
Probenecid
Tetracycline
Do not take Penicillin VK with carbonated drinks or fruit juices.

Penicillin VK may cause vitamin deficiency. It is recommended to take daily multivitamins while taking Penicillin VK.

PENICILLIN VK DOSES

ADULTS
125-500 mg every 6-8 hours.
People with sever kidney disease should not take more than 250 mg every 6 hours.

CHILDREN UNDER 12
12-25 mg per pound of body weight/day divided into 3-4 doses.
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