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2015-10-09 21:32:48
Is there any tablet which is replacement of penidure 12 lakh. I am taking this injection from the age of 5 year
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If u really need penicillin prophylaxis, tablet is available as a replacement of injection but u have to take it daily. consult your cardiologist

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You should consult a cardiologist and undergo echocardiography.  this will tell us if you are having significant valvular disease requiring you to continue the injection. Usually the penidure is taken till 18 years.

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