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Generic: Benzathine
Benzathine is a chemical carrier molecule primarily used to create long-acting formulations of certain medications, most notably penicillin G. It allows for slow and sustained release of the active drug into the bloodstream, extending its therapeutic effect. It's not a drug with its own intrinsic therapeutic activity but rather a delivery system. It is often used in intramuscular injections.
Used as a carrier molecule to create long-acting injectable formulations of medications, particularly penicillin G.
Outcome:
Additive effects if combined in an injection.
Mechanism:
Both agents have local anesthetic properties.
Outcome:
Enhanced and prolonged penicillin effect.
Mechanism:
Slow release of penicillin from the injection site.
Outcome:
Potentially prolonged neuromuscular blockade.
Mechanism:
Penicillin, when administered with benzathine, can have a weak neuromuscular blocking effect.
Research into novel biocompatible and biodegradable polymers may lead to alternative sustained-release delivery systems, potentially reducing the future use of benzathine (2030, 70% confidence).
Due to its established safety profile and continued use in specific formulations, benzathine is likely to remain an approved pharmaceutical excipient.
Pharmaceutical Excipient
Amine