Benzyl Penicillin Flashcards
1
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Benzyl Penicillin- Indications
A
Meningococcal Disease
2
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Benzyl Penicillin- Adverse Effects
A
Hypersensitivity/ Allergic Reaction incl. angio-oedema, convulsions, urticaria and anaphylaxis
3
Q
Benzyl Penicillin- Contraindications
A
Life Threatening Allergic Reaction to Penicillin
4
Q
Meningococcal Disease Dose- >10yrs
A
IV/IO/IM- 1200mg. NIL Repeat. MAX TOTAL DOSE 1200mg.
5
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Meningococcal Disease Dose- >1yrs-<10yrs
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IV/IO/IM- 600mg. NIL Repeat. MAX TOTAL DOSE 600mg.
6
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Meningococcal Disease Dose- <1yrs
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IV/IO/IM- 300mg. NIL Repeat. MAX TOTAL DOSE 300mg.