benzibiotic 1.6 M

Benzibiotic 1.6 M (Benzathine Benzylpenicillin 1.6 Million Units)

Benzibiotic 1.6 M is a long-acting penicillin antibiotic formulation containing Benzathine Benzylpenicillin (also known as Benzathine Penicillin G). It is used for the treatment and prevention of bacterial infections, particularly those caused by Group A Streptococcus and Treponema pallidum (syphilis).

Benzibiotic 1.6 M is a sterile, injectable suspension of benzathine benzylpenicillin, designed for deep intramuscular injection. Due to its long duration of action, it slowly releases penicillin into the bloodstream over time, making it ideal for infections that require prolonged antibiotic exposure or single-dose treatments.

Key Features:

• Active Ingredient: Benzathine Benzylpenicillin 1.6 million IU
• Form: Powder or suspension for intramuscular injection
• Category: Long-acting Penicillin (Beta-lactam antibiotic)
• Administration Route: Deep intramuscular (IM) only

Common Indications:

• Rheumatic fever prophylaxis (especially in children)
• Streptococcal pharyngitis/tonsillitis
• Syphilis (primary, secondary, and latent)
• Yaws and other treponemal infections
• Certain skin and soft tissue infections

Dosage and Administration:

• Administered intramuscularly by a trained healthcare professional.
• Dosage depends on age, infection type, and treatment goal (prophylactic or curative).
• Injection site should be the upper outer quadrant of the buttock (gluteal muscle).

Precautions:

• Not to be given intravenously. IV administration can cause serious complications, including death.
• Contraindicated in patients with known allergy to penicillins.
• Use with caution in patients with asthma, allergy history, or renal impairment.

Possible Side Effects:

• Pain, swelling, or redness at injection site
• Allergic reactions (rash, itching, hives)
• Severe: Anaphylaxis (rare but potentially life-threatening)
• Fever or chills in some cases

⚠️ Important Note: This medication should only be administered by a healthcare provider. Do not self-administer. Always follow the dosage and guidelines provided by your physician.