Dawadur (Benzathine Penicillin)

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Brand Name: Dawadur

Generic Name: Benzathine Penicillin

Manufacturer/Agent: Dawa Pharmaceuticals

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Formulation: inj

Strength: 2.4mega

Pack size: 1

Trade Price: KES 20.30

Retail Price: @ KES 27.07

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Class: Antibacterials: Penicillins (Anti-infectives)

Mechanism of Action:

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Synonym: Benzathine Benzylpenicillin

Molecular Formulae: C16H20N2(C16H18N2O4S)2 = 909.1

Precautions: Penicillin hypersensitivity. intravascular administration.

Indications/Uses: Syphilis 1.8-3g weekly im. streptococcal infections 900mg stat. to prevent recurrence of rheumatic fever 900mg weekly.

Interactions: Probenacid reduce excretion

Side Effects: Hypersensitivity reactions. fever. eosinophilia. anaphylactic shock.

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