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Phenoxymethylpenicillin

Phenoxymethylpenicillin, also known as penicillin V (PcV) and penicillin VK, is an antibiotic useful for the treatment of a number of bacterial infections. Specifically it is used for the treatment of strep throat, otitis media, and cellulitis. It is also used to prevent rheumatic fever and to prevent infections following removal of the spleen. It is given by mouth.

Phenoxymethylpenicillin molecular structure
Phenoxymethylpenicillin molecular structure diagram from the DrugsPRO substance library.

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  • Chemical: Medicine

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Phenoxymethylpenicillin: Phenoxymethylpenicillin, also known as penicillin V (PcV) and penicillin VK, is an antibiotic useful for the treatment of a number of bacterial infections. Specifically it is used for the treatment of strep throat, otitis media, and cellulitis. It is also used to prevent rhe

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