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Penicillin
Penicillin refers to various antibiotics obtained from penicillium fungi or produced synthetically. It was the first drug that was effective in treating different diseases and infections such as Staphylococcus and syphilis.
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Penicillin treatment as a child will not protect you against syphilis or any other disease in later life
What illness is penicillin prescribed for?
Penicillin is prescribed for numerous illnesses. In general penicillin is used as an antibiotic to kill bacteria. Penicillin is used against bacteria that contain a cell wall that is considered "gram positive", which means the cell wall is comprised of a thick layer of peptidoglycan. Penicillin chemically prevents the linking of protein subunits in the cell wall which means the cell wall can not be assembled.
Bacteria are very dependant on these cell walls to maintain osmotic pressure within the cell (primarily due to their small size). If it can not create and maintain this cell wall the bacteria fills with water and bursts, destroying the cell.
While gram-negative bacteria do respond to a minor degree to this mechanism of action, it would be considered less appropriate to treat a gram-negative bacteria infection with penicillin due to the
Was Alexander Fleming rich after he discovered penicillin?
No, Alexander Fleming did not become wealthy after discovering penicillin. Although his discovery in 1928 revolutionized medicine and led to the mass production of antibiotics, Fleming did not patent penicillin, believing it should be freely available. As a result, he did not profit financially from his discovery, and he continued to work as a researcher and professor throughout his life.
How much penicillin can your chihuahua have?
The dosage of penicillin for a chihuahua varies based on the specific condition being treated and the dog's weight. Generally, the typical dosage ranges from 10 to 20 mg per kg of body weight, administered every 6 to 8 hours. However, it's crucial to consult a veterinarian before administering any medication, as they can provide the appropriate dosage and ensure it’s safe for your pet.
Why was Norman heatley so important to the success of the work on penicillin?
because his own DNA has been extracted from penicillin
Can you take penicillin and Flucloxacillin at the same time?
can you take sulfameth trimethoprim and clindamycin at same time.
Can you drink alcohol and take penicillin at the same time?
While it is rarely a good idea to mix drugs, Penicillin is not known to be hepatatoxic and is not likely to be any more dangerous than the alcohol alone.
ALERT JUNE 17, 2010
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announces internet pharmacy fraud selling mislabeled drug as Tamiflu generic equivalent named TM-FLU. This is a scam.
A drug called TM-FLU from the online pharmacy called TRYDRUGS PHARMACEUTICALS PVT. LTD., at M.G. Road, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, does not contain Oseltamivir, which is the active ingredient of the well known brand of antiviral medicines, Tamiflu. This pharmaceutical company is fake and they are doing fraudulent business.
The drug, TM-FLU, will not be effective for influenza. There is no FDA approved generic Tamiflu product. Worse, TM-FLU was analyzed and it does contain Cloxacillin (one of the antibiotics of the penicillin group). This can cause deadly allergic reactions in some people, and antibiotics are not effective against the viruses that cause influenza.
The following advice is given in the FDA announcement (see link):
Consumers can also be confident that the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy Verified Internet Pharmacy Sites Seal, also known as VIPPS Seal, gives a seal of approval to pharmacy sites that apply and meet state licensure requirements. Legitimate pharmacies that carry the VIPPS seal are listed at [the website link below].
The FDA advises anyone possessing or encountering any of these fraudulent Tamiflu drugs not to use them and to contact the FDA's Office of Criminal Investigations by calling 800-551-3989, or by visiting the OCI website [see link].
Health care professionals and consumers are encouraged to report adverse events that may be related to the use of these fraudulent products to the FDA's MedWatch Program by phone at 800-FDA-1088, by fax at 800-FDA-0178, or by mail at: MedWatch, HF-2, FDA, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20852-9787.
You should not use this drug. Contact the FDA as advised above, find out if they need you to hold the drug if you have it in your possession, or if you should dispose of it. If instructed to dispose, discard any remaining quantity in the proper way for your location and waste management systems.
See the links below for more information.
What is the standard dose of andrographis?
The standard dose ranges from 10-15 grams as a decoction (strong tea) or 2-5 milliliters as a tincture. Powder doses range from 0.6 to 1.2 grams.
