What role did Merck play penicillin production?
It was the first company to successfully mass produce penicillin. It was about 1945 towards the close of WWII. Limited quantities were available prior to that, and infection typically killed more soldiers than the direct effect of the gunshot itself.
What are the recommendations for taking penicillins?
Dosages are prescribed by physicians, always take as prescribed, for as long as it has been prescribed and only for the infection it was prescribed for.
What did Scottish Scientist Alexander Fleming discover in 1928?
He discovered the first antibiotic compound, which he named penicillin, after the bread mold Penicillium which naturally manufactures the substance.
Why does penicillin cure tuberculosis?
Penicillin does not cure tuberculosis. But you have very good drugs for tuberculosis.
Could allergic reaction to penicillin cause kidney damage?
Yes, it absolutely can. I have damaged kidneys as a result of penicillin usage particularly 'Flucloxacilline'. I am currently researching what this means for my case, but I have significant problems as a result, including headaches, dizziness and tiredness.
Please contact a vet
Are oxytetracycline and penicillin from the same family?
No.
Penicillin comes originally from the penicillium mold (mould).
The tetracyclines all come from the streptomyces mold (mould). Oxytetracycline is related to streptomycin. Allergy to it probably means allergy to streptomycin, but not to penicillin. And vice-versa.
Why precursor additions are necessary in penicillin fermentation?
The precursor molecule is incorporated directly into the final penicillin molecule.
Do any over the counter cold medicines contain penicillin?
No, penicillin is only available by prescription in the United States
Penicillin V Potassium is an antibiotic used for bacterial infections.
there is special orthopedic "toothpaste" that numbs your gums. You can buy it at drug stores although i don't know the name of it offhand. Drink and eat lots of cold stuff
What happens if you take a penicillin pill with a empty stomach?
You're suppose to take it on an empty-stomach. Or 1 hour before a meal or three hours after.
Should penicillin be taken with food?
Some penicillins, notably penicillin V, should be taken on an empty stomach, but others may be taken with food. Check package directions or ask the physician or pharmacist for instructions.
Can one overdose a cat with penicillin?
Overdose and 'giving too much' are 2 different things. An overdose is generally associated with medications that affect the central nervous system, such as pain meds, sedatives etc. BUT there are ALWAYS side effects to "giving too much" of a medication, ANY medication.
With antibiotics, giving "too much" can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea (and a LOT of diarrhea), Ph imbalance, promoting yeast infections in the mouth, etc. PLUS with antibiotics, you can set off a severe ALLERGY reaction to that antibiotic, which can cause skin itching, hives, respiratory distress, throat swelling, and these reactions can cause respiratory failure and death.
Just like with humans, NEVER give more than the prescribed dosage to any cat, dog, or other pet. AND each pet or human must be evaluated-- never give an animal or human a med prescribed for another pet or another human.
0.1 ml
If the imprint is S21, this pill is PENICILLIN V POTASSIUM 500 MG.
Did penicillin come from a snake?
No, it did come from a fungus (mushroom). There is no penicillin in snakes.
The order reads Penicillin G 200000 you IM The vial reads Penicillin G 250000 you per mL?
Instead of injecting the whole med. only inject 0.8 ml This is something very common among antibiotics orders. For the next time all you have to do is to divide the order by the amout in the vial and multiply by the # of ml that the vial has.
If bacteria is resistant to penicillin can you give erythromycin?
Yes, erythromycin is very similar to penicillin, in the types of bacterial infections it can fight. Erythromycin is used in patients who are allergic to penicillin, primarily. But an M.D. could prescribe it to somebody who has developed a tolerance, or to an infection that is penicillin- resistant. Typically, though, a different antibiotic is chosen, given the similarities of the two drugs.
Is it okay to drink beer while taking penicillin?
I do not recommend drinking to excess when you are fighting off an infection. The beer is OK with the antibiotic, but getting drunk would reduce your body's ability to fight off your illness. One beer is fine. Avoid more than that until you heal up.