Betapen-VK Oral

In Depth

Generic Name: PENICILLIN V POTASSIUM - ORAL LIQUID
Pronounced: (pen-ih-SILL-in VEE poh-TASS-ee-um)

Betapen-VK Oral Overdose

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include: severe vomiting, persistent diarrhea.

Betapen-VK Oral Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.

Betapen-VK Oral Notes

Do not share this medication with others.

This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only. Do not use it later for another infection unless told to do so by your doctor. A different medication may be necessary in those cases.

With prolonged treatment, laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., kidney function, complete blood counts) should be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details.

Betapen-VK Oral Storage

Refrigerate the suspension between 36-46 degrees F (2-8 degrees C). Throw away any unused portion after 14 days since the drug loses potency after that time. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product.