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Antibiotics by class Generic name Brand names Common uses [4] Possible side effects [4] Mechanism of action Aminoglycosides; Amikacin: Amikin: Infections caused by Gram-negative bacteria, such as Escherichia coli and Klebsiella particularly Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Effective against aerobic bacteria (not obligate/facultative anaerobes) and ...
This is a list of common β-lactam antibiotics—both administered drugs and those not in clinical use—organized by structural class. Antibiotics are listed alphabetically within their class or subclass by their nonproprietary name. If an antibiotic is a combination drug, both ingredients will be listed.
Penicillin resistance in Staphylococcus aureus [3] appeared very soon after penicillin entered general clinical use in 1943, and the mechanism of resistance was the production of β-lactamase.
Ampicillin is comparatively less toxic than other antibiotics, and side effects are more likely in those who are sensitive to penicillins and those with a history of asthma or allergies. [13] In very rare cases, it causes severe side effects such as angioedema , anaphylaxis, and C. difficile infection (that can range from mild diarrhea to ...
Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, rash, and diarrhea. [2] Severe allergic reactions and Clostridioides difficile infection may occasionally occur. [2] Its use in pregnancy is not recommended. [2] [19] It appears to be safe for use during breastfeeding as long as the baby is healthy. [19]
Its use by mouth or by injection is only recommended when safer antibiotics cannot be used. [5] Monitoring both blood levels of the medication and blood cell levels every two days is recommended during treatment. [5] Common side effects include bone marrow suppression, nausea, and diarrhea. [5] The bone marrow suppression may result in death. [5]
Benzylpenicillin, also known as penicillin G (PenG [4]) or BENPEN, [5] is an antibiotic used to treat a number of bacterial infections. [6] This includes pneumonia, strep throat, syphilis, necrotizing enterocolitis, diphtheria, gas gangrene, leptospirosis, cellulitis, and tetanus. [6]