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Benzathine penicillin

Benzathine penicillin

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Brands

Pfizerpen • Bicillin LA

Side Effects

Common

Itchy rash
Fever
Itching or burning
Nausea
Pain at injection site
Vomiting
Headache
Fatigue
Irritation at injection site
Loss of strength
Rash
Itchy skin

Serious

Diarrhea
Hypersensitivity

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