What does Penicillin V Potassium treat?

What does Penicillin V Potassium treat?

Penicillin V potassium is a slow-onset antibiotic that is used to treat many types of mild to moderate infections caused by bacteria, including scarlet fever, pneumonia, skin infections, and infections affecting the nose, mouth, or throat. Penicillin V potassium is also used to prevent the symptoms of rheumatic fever.

What Pill is white with 176 on it?

176 (Acetaminophen and Hydrocodone Bitartrate 325 mg / 10 mg) Pill with imprint 176 is White, Elliptical / Oval and has been identified as Acetaminophen and Hydrocodone Bitartrate 325 mg / 10 mg.

Is penicillin VK good for tooth infection?

Penicillin (Penicillin VK) is a good antibiotic for simple tooth infections, but it may not work for all scenarios, including infections that are severe or due to bacteria that are resistant to penicillin. Your dentist or provider will determine if penicillin (Penicillin VK) is right for your tooth infection.

What is a penicillin Pill?

Penicillin is an antibiotic used to treat and prevent a wide variety of bacterial infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats and prevents only bacterial infections. It will not work for virus infections (such as the common cold, flu).

What STD is treated with penicillin?

Syphilis : Penicillin is the preferred treatment for syphilis. Early treatment is crucial to prevent the bacteria from spreading to and damaging other organs. Genital herpes : Once you are infected with genital herpes, the virus remains in your body for life.

How much penicillin should I take for STD?

Three doses of long acting Benzathine penicillin G (2.4 million units administered intramuscularly) at weekly intervals is recommended for individuals with late latent syphilis or latent syphilis of unknown duration.

Can you crush penicillin VK?

Do not take this drug with food. Take it on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before eating or 2 hours after eating. You can cut or crush the tablet.