Phenoxymethyl Penicillin (Noun)
Meaning
A crystalline penicillin similar in action to penicillin G but more resistant to the action of gastric acids.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Phenoxymethylpenicillin is often prescribed for patients who have difficulty absorbing penicillin G due to its instability in stomach acid.
- The doctor recommended phenoxymethylpenicillin for the treatment of strep throat, as it is more resistant to gastric acids than penicillin G.
- Phenoxymethylpenicillin is commonly used to treat bacterial infections such as tonsillitis and pneumonia in children.
- The patient was advised to take phenoxymethylpenicillin orally for 10 days to effectively combat the infection.
- Phenoxymethylpenicillin is considered a safer alternative to penicillin G for patients with sensitive stomachs.