10 Questions
Which type of bacteria is Penicillin G most effective against?
Gram-positive bacteria
In which situation is Penicillin G considered a drug of choice?
Pharyngitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes
What is the antimicrobial spectrum of Penicillin G in relation to gram-negative bacteria?
Resistant to most gram-negative bacilli
For which infection is Penicillin G the preferred drug?
Endocarditis caused by Streptococcus viridans
Which form of penicillin G is considered a repository preparation because it is absorbed slowly?
Benzathine penicillin G
Which route of administration should be used when high blood levels of penicillin are needed rapidly?
Intravenous
Which salts of penicillin G must never be administered intravenously due to poor water solubility?
Procaine and benzathine salts
Which body tissues show poor penetration by penicillin in the absence of inflammation?
Meninges and cerebrospinal fluid
How is penicillin primarily eliminated from the body?
Through renal excretion
In which group of patients should kidney function be monitored when using penicillin?
Older adults
Learn about the properties, uses, and antimicrobial spectrum of Penicillin G, the first penicillin available and a prototype for the penicillin family.
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