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Benzylpenicillin, commonly known as penicillin G, is the gold standard type of penicillin. 'G' in the name 'Penicillin G' refers to 'Gold Standard'. Penicillin G is typically given by a parenteral route of administration (not orally) because it is unstable in the hydrochloric acid of the stomach. Because the drug is given parenterally, higher tissue concentrations of penicillin G can be achieved than is possible with phenoxymethylpenicillin. These higher concentrations translate to increased antibacterial activity.

Specific indications for benzylpenicillin include:

*Cellulitis

* Bacterial endocarditis

*Gonorrhea

*Meningitis

*Aspiration pneumonia, lung abscess

*Community-acquired pneumonia

*Syphilis

*Septicemia in children

*Septic Arthritis

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