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Penicillin

Written By Dr. Lipika KhuranaReviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma
Last updated 25 Nov 2025 | 09:34 AM (UTC)

Penicillin Uses

Penicillin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections, syphilis and prevention of rheumatic fever.

How Penicillin works

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Common side effects of Penicillin

Rash, Vomiting, Allergic reaction, Nausea, Diarrhea, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
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Expert advice for Penicillin

  • You have been prescribed Penicillin for the treatment of bacterial infections.
  • It is given by an injection into a vein or muscle, or via a drip into a vein. 
  • Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.
  • You have been prescribed Penicillin for the treatment of bacterial infections.
  • It is given by an injection into a vein or muscle, or via a drip into a vein. 
  • Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.