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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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What is another name for penicillin?

Penicillin is the generic term. It is actually the name of a group of antibiotics that are derived from the Penicilliumfungus.

Is craztronin penicillin?

Craztronin is a macrolide antibiotic prescribed for people that are allergic to penicillin. Craztronin is most commonly known as Azithromycin.

I have a penicillin allergy. My daughter has used amoxicillin before with success. A recent course of Augmentin however was ineffective. Could this mean she has a penicillin allergy too?

From what you've told me, your daughter has shown no signs of a penicillin allergy -- she simply used a penicillin variant (Amoxycillin) that's been around for a comparatively long time, and it hit a resistant strain. Simply not working is, in a way, reasuring, in that daughter's body handled the full dosage with no apparent adverse effects. That the medication didn't help shold have nothing to do with allergies.

Why choose amoxicillin over Pen VK for dental infections?

usually penicillin, i.e., penicillin v potassium, is the drug of choice for dental infections rather than amoxicillin

Preparation of penicillin by submerged culture method?

The penicillium is grown in a broth of corn steep liquor, lactose, and calciumcarbonate.

Filter the broth through a qualitative paper filter to remove the pencillium.

Add activated carbon to absorb the pencillin (allow carbon to soak for 15min).

remove carbon via filter and place in acetate.

Will penicillin treat congestion and flu symptoms?

No, not unless the symptoms are caused by a secondary bacterial infection. Antibiotics like penicillin work only on bacteria. The flu is caused by a virus for which antibiotics have no curative effects.

Can amox tr-k clv 875-125 treat a urinary track infection?

Yes. Co amoxiclav is a combination antibiotic containing amoxicillin and clavuronic acid which can help it work better against certain bacteria. Ampicillin, amoxicillin, trimethoprim, cephalexin and ciprofloxacin are all appropriate oral antibiotics for a urinary tract infection.

Who is credited with the invention of penicillin?

Discovery of penicillin was one of the most dramatic events in the history of Pharmacology. Sir Alexander Flaming was working in his laboratory in 1928. A stale piece of bread was there in his lab. He observed that there were colonies of bacteria on the same. He observed that around the colonies of some fungi, there was the clear zones. He concluded that the fungi are producing some substance, which is inhibiting the growth of the bacteria.

There were lot of casualties during the second world war. There was desperate need to find the drug to treat the infected wounds. Dr. Florry and Chain decided to treat a critical patient with penicillin. They did not know the dose. A round figure was selected. 5000 I U. Now you know that this is very less dose. Thanks God for it worked! The patient stared to recover. But died, when the stock of penicillin was exhausted. The young doctor used to go to hospital, in London, on his bicycle to bring the urine of the patient to recollect the penicillin. I have been wondering from last four decades about how he collected penicillin from the urine! The ultimate result was invention of the ultimate antibiotic, penicillin.

I am allergic to penicillin and suspect I have strep throat as my daughter has strep. Can I take Cipro instead?

well i dont know, but there are lots of other things you can do to make your strep go away, as like old remidies like, saltwater, table salt, and one that ive made that help mine a lot. go buy some vitamin C pills or a lot of orange juice. take one in the morning, and one at night, and then to drink through the day drink chick broth it soothes the throth lettin your immune system fight it off faster. your welcome

Can alcohol be consumed while taking penicillin?

There are some antibiotics with which you should not consume alcohol, but there are also some with which you can. Metronidazole is the antibiotic that you really have to be wary of with alcohol.

It is best to consult your doctor about whether alcohol can be taken with your medication. If you are unsure, avoid alcohol until you have completed your course.

What was life like before penicillin?

before penicillin ............ many people died of infections such as sore throat and diseases

Can you take penicillin and ketorolac at the same time?

Shouldn't be any problems but double check with your pharmacist. Careful with Ketorolac, should only be used short-term for pain, I used it for about a month and ended up with a kidney infection from it - then discovered you should only use Ketorolac for 5 days TOPS.

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Where can you get penicillin for Syphilis?

Penicillin for syphilis is an injectable version. You can get treatment from your local department of health, and possibly with other providers such as a primary care provider, family planning agency, urgent care, or infectious disease doctor. Contact your local department of health for the cheapest option, or referral to another provider.

What is cephabell?

Cephabell is a generic medicine, used as a cheaper substitute for the medicine Cephalexin. It is an oral antiobiotic.

Who discovered the first antibotic?

Sir Alexander Fleming

Citation: Brown, Kevin. "Sir Alexander Fleming." In Encyclopedia Britannica. Accessed July 24, 2014. http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/209952/

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