LEDERCILLIN VK

Drug Name: LEDERCILLIN VK

LEDERCILLIN VK DESCRIPTION:
PENICILLIN V POTASSIUM - ORAL SOLIDS (pen-ih-SILL-in VEE poh-TASS-ee-um)

COMMON LEDERCILLIN VK BRAND NAME(S):
Beepen VK, Ledercillin VK, Pen-Vee K, V-Cillin K, Veetids

LEDERCILLIN VK SIDE EFFECTS:
LEDERCILLIN VK may cause stomach upset, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting during the first few days as your body adjusts to the medication. If these symptoms persist or become severe, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor immediately if an allergic reaction occurs while taking LEDERCILLIN VK. Symptoms include: difficulty breathing, skin rash, hives, itching. Use of LEDERCILLIN VK for prolonged or repeated periods may result in a secondary infection (e.g., oral, bladder or vaginal yeast infection). If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE LEDERCILLIN VK:
LEDERCILLIN VK: LEDERCILLIN VK may be taken without regard to meals. However, absorption is best if medication is taken on an empty stomach (1 hour before or 2 to 3 hours after meals). Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level. Do this by taking the medication at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night. Continue to take LEDERCILLIN VK until the full prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow resulting in a relapse of the infection.

LEDERCILLIN VK USES:
Penicillins are antibiotics used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.

LEDERCILLIN VK PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor if you have any: other illnesses, allergies (especially to penicillin or other antibiotics). LEDERCILLIN VK should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Since small amounts of LEDERCILLIN VK are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

LEDERCILLIN VK DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of tetracycline. LEDERCILLIN VK may interfere with the effectiveness of birth control pills. Discuss using other methods of birth control with your doctor. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

LEDERCILLIN VK OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

LEDERCILLIN VK NOTES:
LEDERCILLIN VK has been prescribed for your current condition only. Do not use it later for another infection or give it to someone else. A different medication may be necessary in those cases.

MISSED LEDERCILLIN VK DOSE:
If you should miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose. If it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose.

LEDERCILLIN VK STORAGE:
Store medication at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom.