Benzetacil is an antibiotic containing benzathine penicillin G in the form of an injection, which usually causes pain and discomfort because its contents are viscous and can leave the area sore for about 1 week but to ease this discomfort the doctor can prescribe the application of penicillin along with the anesthetic xylocaine, and apply a warm compress to the region to relieve the pain.
People who are being treated with Benzetacil should not consume alcoholic beverages during treatment because it may increase the effect of alcohol on the body, damaging the liver.
Benzetacil can be purchased in pharmacies for a price of about 7 and 14 reais, upon presentation of a prescription.
What is it for
Benzetacil is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by microorganisms susceptible to penicillin G, such as infections caused by Group A Streptococcus without dissemination of the bacteria through the blood, mild and moderate infections of the upper respiratory tract and skin, syphilis, , endemic and endemic syphilis, which is a sexually transmitted disease.
In addition, it may also be used in the prevention of renal disease called acute glomerulonephritis, rheumatic disease and recurrences of rheumatic fever and / or late neurological complications of rheumatic fever.
How to use
In adults and children, the injection should be applied by a health professional on the buttock, but in infants up to 2 years of age, it should be applied to the lateral aspect of the thigh. It is always recommended to apply the injection slowly and continuously to reduce pain and prevent clogging of the needle and always vary the injection site.
The recommended doses of Benzetacil are shown in the following table:
| Treatment for: | Age and Dose |
| Respiratory or skin infections caused by group A streptococci |
|
| Latent, Primary and Secondary Syphilis | Single dose of 2, 400, 000 U |
| Late latent and tertiary latent syphilis | Single dose of 2, 400, 000 U per week for 3 weeks |
| Congenital syphilis | Single dose of 50, 000 U / kg |
| Bouba e pint | Single dose of 1, 200, 000 U |
| Prophylaxis of rheumatic fever | Single dose of 1, 200, 000 U every 4 weeks |
Benzetacil takes between 24 and 48 hours to begin to take effect.
Possible side effects
The most common side effects of Benzetacil include headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, oral and genital candidiasis.
In addition, although it is rarer, skin redness, rash, itching, hives, fluid retention, allergic reactions, swelling of the larynx and blood pressure may also occur.
Who should not use
Benzetacil is contraindicated in people who are hypersensitive to any of the ingredients in the formula and should not be used by pregnant or nursing women unless recommended by a doctor.
