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Recurrence of rheumatic fever during prophylaxis with monthly benzathine penicillin G
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Case Reports
Recurrence of rheumatic fever during prophylaxis with monthly benzathine penicillin G
Pediatrics.
1984 Apr.
Abstract
A 9-year-old girl had apparent recurrence of rheumatic fever while receiving monthly benzathine penicillin injections. A review of pharmacokinetc studies on the subject suggests that this is a real risk. A need for review of the current recommendations for rheumatic fever prophylaxis is suggested.
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