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MARAC Statement: Penicillin Shortage
Penicillin VK solution is suffering from intermittent supply shortages. This can affect children with sickle cell disease. Penicillin VK in liquid form is prescribed for babies and young children with sickle cell disease who are unable to swallow pills as standard care, twice a day, starting as early as 6-8 weeks of age. Children less than 3 years of age should receive oral penicillin 125 mg twice daily, and the dose should be increased to 250 mg twice daily for children older than 3 years.
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