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Who can and cannot take phenoxymethylpenicillin

Who can take phenoxymethylpenicillin

Most adults and children can take phenoxymethylpenicillin, including during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.

Who may not be able to take phenoxymethylpenicillin

Phenoxymethylpenicillin is not suitable for some people. To make sure this medicine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:

  • ever had an allergic reaction to phenoxymethylpenicillin, or any other antibiotics or medicine
  • kidney problems
  • any allergies
  • asthma

Page last reviewed: 26 January 2022
Next review due: 26 January 2025