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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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How is semi -synthetic penicillins and natural penicillins alike?
it is one of the following... you will need to research it more
a-they are both broad spectrum
b-both based on B-lactam rings
Just a student myself... take it for what its worth
Is penicillin g good for wounds?
Only if they are infected. If they aren't the penicillin won't do you any good at all, and over use of penicillin has given us all sorts of trouble the last years.
What are the 4 basic methods in which antimicrobial agents work?
Antimicrobial agents work on bacteria by stopping growth of the, cell wall, cell membrane, protein and changing the protein function. Taking antimicrobial medicine, sterilization-using heat, radiation, disinfectants or antiseptics can do this.
What antibiotic can't you take if im allergic to penicillin?
Are you truly allergic or did you just have a side effect? Allergy = rash, hives, difficulty breathing, sloughing skin. Side effect = diarrhea, upset stomach, orange pee, getting REALLY sick if you drank alcohol with certain antibiotics. Only 15% of patients reporting an allergy to penicillin actually have one.
Often if you had a delayed response, other antibiotics that are related can be used though you may get a reaction again but most doctors wouldn't as they don't have the time to monitor you nor would they really want to in our litigeous society.
It's important because as resistance increases it's important to use the most specific antibiotic. Also, allergies limit choice in antibiotics to use and NO drug is without side effects. Certain penicillins & similar meds are VERY effective at killing/inhibiting bacterial growth & are often the most effective. As you limit your antibiotic range at times antibiotics with more harsh side effect profiles have to be used. Obviously if you're truly allergic & have an infection your body is not strong enough to fight it off itself you must use it to avoid become more ill. But the less drug you use the better & it's good to allow your body to fight infection in mild cases.
Also keep in mind there's a reason you get a fever with infection, it inhibits replication, including bacterial, when it's above optimal temperature. But obviously a high temp is not healthy for you cells either, but a "fiver" is not considered clinically significant until it reaches 100.9 (not in elderly, they often have lower body temps & not don't mount fevers as readily).
That Being said, most doctors would avoid all penicillin family meds (amoxicillin, ampicillin, nafcilin etc.). Also imipenem & other carbapenems, beta-lactams (have a beta-lactam ring like penicillin), and certain cephalosporins (have similar structure - R-group & beta-lactam ring) as amoxicillin & ampicillin.
They can do skin testing to asses your reactivity & if your only option is a possible allergy inducing drug in the hospital they may sensitize you to help save your life.
Is antibiotic beyond the zone of inhibition?
the area (zone) in which bacteria cannot grow due to the presence of an antibiotic paper disk
Are non-dividing bacteria sensitive to penicillin?
No, it is not. Only dividing bacteria are sensitive to penicillin, as it usually work by either damaging the harmful dividing bacteria's cell membrane or preventing its growth.
You can use Ampiclox when you have got a real terrible cold.
Which one is the drug found in coffee and tea alcohol caffeine nicotine antiseptic penicillin?
Main drug found in tea is xantine named theophylline, there is mo such thing as "teina"SP.
Is napeoxen related to penicillin?
I don't think you've got the correct spelling. Naproxenis a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and not related to any antibiotic.
Who was the filipino doctor who discovered the antibiotic erythromycin?
The Filipino Doctor discovered the antibiotic Erythromycin was Dr. Abelardo Aguilar sent some soil samples to his employer Eli_Lilly_and_Companyin 1949. Eli Lilly's research team, led by J. M. McGuire, managed to isolate Erythromycin from the metabolic products of a strain of Streptomyces erythreus (designation changed to "Saccharopolyspora erythraea") found in the samples.
Lilly filed for patent protection of the compound and U.S. patent 2,653,899 was granted in 1953. The product was launched commercially in 1952 under the brand name Ilosone region of where it was originally collected from). Erythromycin was formerly also called Ilotycin.
Erythromycin is an antibiotic (trade name Erythrocin or E-Mycin or Ethril or Ilosone or Pediamycin) obtained from the actinomycete Streptomyces erythreus; effective against many Gram-positive bacteria and some Gram-negative and is often used for people who have an allergy to penicillins.
Does penicillin kill bacteria on gums?
Yes, penicillin is often prescribed for gum and tooth infections.
If your allergic to penicillin what other drug you be allergic to?
If you are allergic to penicillin, you may also be allergic to other "cillins", such as amoxicillin, and others.
Could you use penicillin v to prevent infection from a cut?
Yes, you could, but it could be "over kill". Usually a simple antibiotic like Neosporin will do the trick.
Would penicillin be very effective against Mycoplasma?
No- because penicillin inhibits cell wall synthesis and Mycoplasmas don't have a cell wall.
Can I drink alcohol while taking trisul antibiotics?
It is not recommended to drink while on any antibiotic. It will lessen the effect of the antibiotic which could lead to further complications. Sobriety sucks but when your health is at risk it's worth it.
What is the normal smell of penicillin pills?
If you are trying to identify a pill by the smell, you will not get far. There is no normal smell for penicillin.
How much penicillin can you give to your 10 pound cat for a fight wound behind his right ear?
You should take him to the vet for that one. Found this off another question:
If they are not allergic (some are) yes but only some kinds will be effective in cats, for example amoxicillin (amoxi-tabs). The dosage depends on the illness and the weight. Usually is 5-10mg/lb once a day for 5-7 days
Don't ever give medication to an animal without consulting a veterinarian. For particular diseases, particular antibiotics should or should not be given. The wrong antibiotic in the wrong dosage can be very harmful to an animal and may contribute to antibiotic resistance in bacteria, which then can become more dangerous.
What infections is benzyl penicillin used for?
benzyl penicillin is used for treating bacterial infections. for example severe chest infections like pneumonia that are resisant to other antibiotics.
Why use penicillin for infection in pregnancy?
Penicillin and several other antibacterial medications commonly taken by pregnant women do not appear to be associated with many birth defects, according to a new report.
However, the same report found that other antibiotics, such as sulfonamides and nitrofurantoins, may be associated with several severe birth defects and require additional scrutiny.
The report followed a study in which doctors analysed data from 13,155 women whose pregnancies were affected by one of more than 30 birth defects.
The information was collected by surveillance programmes in 10 US states as part of the National Birth Defects Prevention Study. The researchers compared antibacterial use before and during pregnancy between these women and 4,941 randomly selected control women who lived in the same geographical regions but whose babies did not have birth defects.
Antibacterial use among all women increased during pregnancy, peaking during the third month. A total of 3,863 mothers of children with birth defects (29.4 per cent) and 1,467 control mothers (29.7 per cent) used antibacterials sometime between three months before pregnancy and the end of pregnancy.
"Reassuringly, penicillins, erythromycins and cephalosporins, although used commonly by pregnant women, were not associated with many birth defects," the authors stated.
Two defects were associated with erythromycins, one with penicillins, one with cephalosporins and one with quinolones.
However, two medications - sulfonamides and nitrofurantoins - were associated with several birth defects, suggesting that additional research is needed before they can be safely prescribed to pregnant women.
"Determining the causes of birth defects is problematic," the authors added.
"A single defect can have multiple causes, or multiple seemingly unrelated defects may have a common cause. This study could not determine the safety of drugs during pregnancy, but the lack of widespread increased risk associated with many classes of antibacterials used during pregnancy should be reassuring."
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Is a Vicodin allergy related to a penicillin allergy?
No, they are different medications -- vicodin is a narcotic pain killer and penicillin is an anti-biotic. An allergy to vicodin is unreleated to an allergy to penicillin. However, do not use Vicodin if you are allergic to acetaminophen (Tylenol) or hydrocodone.
You should consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions regarding specific allergies to medications.
What kind of cows make penicillin milk?
Penicillin is found in milk if the dairymen have decided to treat a cow who has an infection with penicillin. However, any self respecting dairy farmer will follow the directions on the label and dump the milk for at least 14 days after the last treatment, then use a beta-lactam test to see if there are any antibiotics still in the milk. Milk should not be collected into the bulk tank unless the dairy farmer is absolutely positive it is free of antibiotics.
