Penicillins are used to treat infections caused by bacteria. They work by killing the bacteria or preventing their growth.
There are several different kinds of penicillins. Each is used to treat different kinds of infections. One kind of penicillin usually may not be used in place of another. In addition, penicillins are used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. They are sometimes given with other antibacterial medicines (antibiotics). Some of the penicillins may also be used for other problems as determined by your doctor. However, none of the penicillins will work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.
Penicillins are available only with your doctor’s prescription.
Once a medicine has been approved for marketing for a certain use, experience may show that it is also useful for other medical problems. Although these uses are not included in product labeling, penicillins are used in certain patients with the following medical conditions:
Chlamydia infections in pregnant women-Amoxicillin and ampicillin
Gas gangrene-Penicillin G
Helicobacter pylori-associated gastritis or peptic ulcer disease-Amoxicillin
Leptospirosis-Ampicillin and penicillin G
Lyme disease-Amoxicillin and penicillin V
Typhoid fever-Amoxicillin and ampicillin
Prescription: Yes
Medicine Interaction: If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Zifi LBx Tablet may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Zifi LBx Tablet may interact with the following drugs and products:
Antibiotic drugs
Anticoagulants
Azathioprine
Basiliximab
Carbamazepine
Cyclosporine
Probenecid
Warfarin
Drug Schedule: Schedule H Prescription Drug
Side Effects: Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Stop taking this medicine and get emergency help immediately if any of the following effects occur:
Less common
Fast or irregular breathing
fever
joint pain
lightheadedness or fainting (sudden)
puffiness or swelling around the face
red, scaly skin
shortness of breath
skin rash, hives, itching
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Rare
Abdominal or stomach cramps and pain (severe)
abdominal tenderness
convulsions (seizures)
decreased amount of urine
diarrhea (watery and severe), which may also be bloody
mental depression
Nausea and vomiting
pain at place of Injection
sore throat and fever
unusual bleeding or bruising
yellow eyes or skin
Rare - For penicillin G procaine only
Agitation or combativeness
anxiety
confusion
fear of impending death
feeling, hearing, or seeing things that are not real
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common
Diarrhea (mild)
headache
sore mouth or tongue
vaginal itching and discharge
white patches in the mouth and/or on the tongue
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
How to Store it: Store in a dry place at a temperature not exceeding 25 C
Over Dose: Store in a dry place at a temperature not exceeding 25 C
Precautions: Store in a dry place at a temperature not exceeding 25 C
Missed Dose: Store in a dry place at a temperature not exceeding 25 C