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2. Penicillin - Wikipedia

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   Penicillin and other β-lactam antibiotics act by inhibiting penicillin-binding proteins, which normally catalyze cross-linking of bacterial cell walls. Penicillin kills bacteria by inhibiting the completion of the synthesis of peptidoglycans, the structural component of the bacterial cell wall. It specifically inhibits the activity of enzymes ...

3. β-Lactam antibiotic - Wikipedia

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   β-Lactam antibiotics are indicated for the prevention and treatment of bacterial infections caused by susceptible organisms. At first, β-lactam antibiotics were mainly active only against gram-positive bacteria, yet the recent development of broad-spectrum β-lactam antibiotics active against various gram-negative organisms has increased their usefulness.

4. Antibiotic - Wikipedia

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   Antibiotics are used to treat or prevent bacterial infections, [34] and sometimes protozoan infections. (Metronidazole is effective against a number of parasitic diseases). When an infection is suspected of being responsible for an illness but the responsible pathogen has not been identified, an empiric therapy is adopted. [35]

5. Side effects of penicillin - Wikipedia

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   The side effects of penicillin can be altered by taking other medications at the same time. Taking oral contraceptives along with penicillin may lower the effects of the contraceptive. When probenecid is used concurrently with penicillin, kidney excretion of probenecid is decreased resulting in higher blood levels of penicillin in the ...

6. Walking pneumonia is booming − and targeting the young and ...

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   The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said infections from the bacteria that can cause walking pneumonia are common: An estimated 2 million infections occur each year in the United States.

7. Urinary anti-infective agent - Wikipedia

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   Urinary antiseptics are medications that target bacteria in the urinary tract. [6] They can be divided into two groups: bactericidal agents, and bacteriostatic agents. These antiseptics help prevent infections by effectively eliminating UTI symptoms through their action on microorganisms. [7] [8]

8. Gum disease: causes, risks, prevention and when to see your ...

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   Depending on your case, antibiotics or an antiseptic mouthwash may also be prescribed to help control bacterial infection in the gums. Many people respond well to deep cleaning and don't require ...

9. Common Causes of Arthritis for Women (& How to Treat It) - AOL

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   Infectious arthritis typically happens due to a bacterial infection, often a staph infection. But it can also have fungal or viral causes. But it can also have fungal or viral causes. Toa55 / iStock