Description:

Phenoxymethylpenicillin 125mg/5ml Vega oral solution is an antibiotic in liquid form (oral suspension or solution), typically supplied as a powder to be reconstituted with water. It treats mild to moderate bacterial infections caused by susceptible organisms, such as streptococcal infections (e.g., throat, skin, ear).

Prescription:

• Yes, it is a prescription-only medicine (requires a doctor’s prescription).

Therapeutic Category:

• Antibiotic; Narrow-spectrum penicillin (beta-lactam class), primarily active against gram-positive bacteria.

Active Ingredients/Composition:

• Active ingredient: Phenoxymethylpenicillin (as phenoxymethylpenicillin potassium) equivalent to 125 mg per 5 ml of reconstituted oral solution.

Variant:

• This is the pediatric/lower-strength liquid variant (125 mg/5 ml); higher strengths exist (e.g., 250 mg/5 ml). It may be sugar-free or flavored in some formulations.

Consume Type:

• Oral (taken by mouth as a liquid suspension/solution).

Directions/Usage:

• Shake the bottle well before use. Take on an empty stomach (at least 30 minutes before or 1-2 hours after meals/food) for best absorption. Use the provided measuring syringe/spoon for accurate dosing. Typical doses vary by age/condition (e.g., children: often 125-250 mg every 6 hours; adults: 250-500 mg every 4-6 hours), but always follow your doctor’s or pharmacist’s instructions. Complete the full course even if symptoms improve.

Common Side Effects:

• Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach upset, allergic reactions (rash, itching), mouth/throat soreness. Serious but rare: severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis), yeast infections (thrush).

Package Type:

• Typically a bottle.

Storage Advice:

• Store the dry powder at room temperature (below 25-30°C), protected from light/moisture. After reconstitution, refrigerate (2-8°C) and use within 7-14 days (check specific label). Do not freeze.

Safety Advice:

• Do not use if allergic to penicillins or cephalosporins. Inform your doctor of kidney issues, history of allergies, or other medications (e.g., it may interact with oral contraceptives, methotrexate, or gout treatments). Not effective against viral infections. Seek immediate medical help for signs of severe allergy (swelling, breathing difficulty). Complete the course to prevent resistance.

Product Substitutes:

• Other brands of phenoxymethylpenicillin (penicillin V) oral suspension 125 mg/5 ml, such as generic versions from Flamingo Pharma, or equivalents like Pen-Vee K, Veetids, or other penicillin V potassium suspensions.

Manufacturer/Marketer:

•  Vega Pharmaceuticals

Country of Origin:

• UK