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Benzathine penicillin

Benzathine penicillin

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Brands

Bicillin LA • Pfizerpen • Penilente • Ultracillin

Side Effects

Common

Itchy rash
Fever
Itching or burning
Nausea
Pain at injection site
Headache
Irritation at injection site
Fatigue
Vomiting
Loss of strength
Rash
Itchy skin

Serious

Diarrhea
Hypersensitivity

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