Extended Use of Penicillin G Benzathine (Bicillin L-A)

The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) issued a health advisory, “Extended Use of Penicillin G Benzathine (Bicillin L-A) – Recommending Limiting Doses to Treating Pregnant Women” (2026 – PAHAN – 844 – November – 5). There is an ongoing national shortage of Bicillin L-A and medical providers should continue to prioritize the use of Bicillin L-A for women who are diagnosed with or suspected of having syphilis and who are pregnant. See the link for full details.