Azithromycin monohydrate

What is Azithromycin monohydrate? Azithromycin Monohydrate is a macrolide antibiotic that belongs to the azalide subclass. It is used to treat various bacterial infections, such as pneumonia, bronchitis, sinusitis, and skin infections, caused by susceptible microorganisms like Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Chlamydophila pneumoniae. Azithromycin Monohydrate is effective against a wide range of bacteria due to its ability to inhibit protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit. It is typically administered orally in single doses or once-daily regimens for short treatment courses, and is often used as an alternative to other antibiotics when resistance is suspected....

October 3, 2024 · 3 min · Michael Henderson

Azithromycin ophthalmic

What is Azithromycin ophthalmic? Azithromycin ophthalmic solution is an antibiotic medication used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye) and external infections of the eye. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause these infections, thereby helping to heal the affected area. Azithromycin ophthalmic solution is usually applied directly into the infected eye(s) 2 times a day for 1-3 days. What is Azithromycin ophthalmic used for? Azithromycin ophthalmic is an antibiotic medication used in the treatment of various eye infections, including conjunctivitis....

October 3, 2024 · 2 min · Michael Henderson

Azlocillin

What is Azlocillin? Azlocillin is an antibiotic medication used to treat various bacterial infections, including those caused by gram-negative bacteria and certain gram-positive cocci. It belongs to the class of penicillins known as ureidopenicillins. Azlocillin works by inhibiting cell wall synthesis in bacteria, ultimately leading to their death. This medication is typically administered via intravenous injection for severe infections or when oral therapy is not effective. Its antibacterial spectrum includes Staphylococcus aureus and certain strains of E....

October 3, 2024 · 2 min · Michael Henderson

Azlocillin-sulbactam

What is Azlocillin-sulbactam? Azlocillin-Sulbactam is an extended-spectrum beta-lactam antibiotic combination medication consisting of azlocillin, a penicillin antibiotic, and sulbactam, a beta-lactamase inhibitor. The combination product works synergistically to provide broad-spectrum activity against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, including those resistant to other antibiotics. Azlocillin-Sulbactam is primarily used to treat infections caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, and various other susceptible bacterial pathogens, especially in patients with complicated urinary tract infections or peritonitis....

October 3, 2024 · 3 min · Michael Henderson

Aztreonam

What is Aztreonam? Aztreonam is a bacteriocidal agent that belongs to the class of monobactam antibiotics. It works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, thereby exerting its antibacterial effect. Aztreonam is effective against gram-negative bacteria and some gram-positive bacteria, including those resistant to other beta-lactams. It is administered intravenously or intramuscularly for the treatment of various bacterial infections such as pneumonia, sepsis, and skin and soft tissue infections. What is Aztreonam used for?...

October 3, 2024 · 2 min · Michael Henderson