All cells, whether they are prokaryotic or eukaryotic, have some common features. The common features of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells are: 1  DNA, the genetic material contained in one or more chromosomes and located in a nonmembrane bound nucleoid region in prokaryotes and a membrane-bound nucleus in eukaryotes.
Penicillin antibiotics are used to treat treat urinary tract infections, upper respiratory tract infections, lower respiratory infections, skin infections, bacterial infections, gastrointestinal infections, meningitis, and pneumonia. They work by killing the bacteria that is causing the infection.
Quick Answer. Penicillin VK 500 is used to treat bacterial infections such as syphilis, strep throat, pneumonia, pharyngitis, gingivitis, rheumatic fever and bacterial endocarditis, according to Drugs.com. Common side effects of this drug include headaches, vaginal discharge or itching and sores along the tongue or mouth.