Longacillin 24iu Injection 1ml
Longacillin 24iu Injection 1ml Description
Longacillin Injection is an antibiotic medicine. It is used for the treatment and prevention of various bacterial infections such as skin infections, sexually transmitted diseases, rheumatic fever, e
tc. It contains benzathine penicillin as its active ingredient. This injection will be given to you by a doctor or nurse in a hospital or clinic. Do not self-inject this medicine. Please follow any aftercare instructions given by your doctor. Before using Longacillin Injection, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹15.84 |
You Save | ₹2.16 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Benzathine Penicillin |
Uses | Bacterial infection |
Side effects | Nausea, diarrhoea, application site reaction |
Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
Uses of Longacillin 24iu Injection 1ml
Contraindications of Longacillin 24iu Injection 1ml
- If you are allergic to penicillin or similar antibiotics or any of the ingredient of Longacillin Injection.
- If you have a history of previous allergic reactions upon the use of antibiotic medicines containing cephalosporin, carbapenem, or monobactam. If you are not sure about these medicines, ask your doctor....
Side effects of Longacillin 24iu Injection 1ml
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Pain and swelling at the site of application
Precautions and Warnings of Longacillin 24iu Injection 1ml
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have or ever had an allergic reaction to other antibiotics like penicillin or other beta-lactam antibiotics.
- You have any pre-existing medical condition.
- Your liver and kidneys are not functioning properly, in this case, dose adjustment may be required.
- You experience any allergic symptoms such as rashes, difficulty in breathing, itching after taking this injection.
- You have asthma, have a fever or any kind of previously known allergy.
- Regular monitoring of liver and kidney function may be required when you are taking this injection.
Mode of Action of Longacillin 24iu Injection 1ml
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Longacillin 24iu Injection 1ml
- Longacillin Injection will be given into your muscles by a healthcare professional.
- Please follow any aftercare instructions given by the doctor/nurse.
Interactions of Longacillin 24iu Injection 1ml
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Longacillin Injection works or this medicine itself can affect the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, herbals, or supplements you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
- Especially if you are taking any other antibiotics, medicines for the treatment of gout, anticoagulants and medicines used in chemotherapy like methotrexate. If you are not sure about these medicines, ask your doctor....
Storage and disposal of Longacillin 24iu Injection 1ml
- Store Longacillin Injection in a cool and dry place, away from sunlight.
- Keep it out of the reach and sight of children and pets.
Dosage of Longacillin 24iu Injection 1ml
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Ravi Kakarla
MBBS, MBA
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is diarrhoea a common side effect during the treatment with Longacillin Injection?
Q: What is Longacillin Injection used for?
Q: How will Longacillin Injection be given to me?
Q: Can Longacillin Injection be used during pregnancy?
References
- Benzylpenicillin benzathine 1.2 Million I.U. powder and solvent for suspension for injection - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 17 Sept 2022]
- Benzylpenicillin benzathine 1.2 Million I.U. powder and solvent for suspension for injection - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 17 Sept 2022]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 17 Sept 2022]
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