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Is penicillin a mold or a fungus?

Penicillin is a group of antibiotics derived from Penicillium, a fungi.


What is the sourc of the antibiotic penicillin?

fungus


Is kefelex from the mold family?

Yes, Kefelex is the brand name of an antibiotic of the cephalosporin group. Cephalosporin is produced by the fungus Acremonium, which is the source for the first cephalosporins.


What is the source of the antibiotic penicillin?

Fungus


Can Triple Antibiotic Ointment be used for treatment of athelete's foot?

No. Athlete's foot is caused by a fungus. Triple Antibiotic (Neosporin) treats only bacteria, not fungus.


What fungus produces a substance that can kill bacteria?

One fungus that produces an antibiotic and will kill some bacteria is Penicillium.


What is the fungus know for the production of an antibiotic?

Penicillin,I think it goes by that name.


What is the word root for fungus?

The word root for fungus is "fung-", derived from the Latin word "fungus" meaning mushroom.


Why can't you use the same kind of antibiotic for a fungus infection as you use for a bacterial infection?

AntiBiotics kill bacteria, not fungus. To kill Fungus, An Antifungal Would have to be used.


Which living organism produces the antibiotic penicillin?

The antibiotic penicillin is produced by the fungus Penicillium.


Which fungus is a famous antibiotic?

fungi are eukaryotic saprophytes,some are beneficial to man while some cause disease


Is LSD derived from a fungus?

LSD is most commonly synthesized from an alkaloid that is found in ergot, a type of fungus.