Which of the following penicillins is given by oral route ?
Correct answer: D. Penicillin V / Phenoxymethyl penicillin
- A. Benzyl penicillin
- B. Benzathine penicillin
- C. Procaine pencillin
- D. Penicillin V / Phenoxymethyl penicillin
Explanation
Penicillin V, or phenoxymethylpenicillin, is acid-stable and can therefore be given orally. Benzylpenicillin, benzathine penicillin and procaine penicillin are administered parenterally.
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