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benzathine benzylpenicillin

benzathine benzylpenicillin (BICILLIN L-A) is a bacterial penicillin-binding protein inhibitor. Associated with Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd.

TGA: approved
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Drug details — benzathine benzylpenicillin

Quick answer

benzathine benzylpenicillin (BICILLIN L-A) is a bacterial penicillin-binding protein inhibitor. Associated with Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd.

Key facts

INN benzathine benzylpenicillin
Brand BICILLIN L-A
Mechanism Bacterial penicillin-binding protein inhibitor
Target Bacterial penicillin-binding protein

Mechanism of action

Bacterial penicillin-binding protein inhibitor

Primary target: Bacterial penicillin-binding protein

Approval history

Authority Status Date
TGA approved

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  1. BENZATHINE BENZYLPENICILLIN , LINEZOLID Approved · MEDA Pharma GmbH · Syphilis

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Frequently asked questions

What is benzathine benzylpenicillin?

benzathine benzylpenicillin (BICILLIN L-A) is a bacterial penicillin-binding protein inhibitor. Associated with Pfizer Australia Pty Ltd.

What is the brand name for benzathine benzylpenicillin?

BICILLIN L-A is a marketed brand name for benzathine benzylpenicillin. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.