Panipenem
Panipenem
Panipenem (pronunciation: /ˌpænɪˈpɛnɛm/) is a carbapenem antibiotic used in the treatment of various bacterial infections.
Etymology
The term "Panipenem" is derived from the Greek words "pani-", meaning "all", and "penem", a suffix used in pharmacology to denote a class of beta-lactam antibiotics known as carbapenems.
Usage
Panipenem is used in combination with betamipron, a renal dehydropeptidase inhibitor, to treat a wide range of infections caused by gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including those caused by multi-drug resistant strains.
Mechanism of Action
Panipenem, like other carbapenem antibiotics, works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis. It binds to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) in the bacterial cell wall, leading to the death of the bacteria.
Related Terms
- Carbapenem: A class of antibiotics to which Panipenem belongs.
- Betamipron: A renal dehydropeptidase inhibitor often used in combination with Panipenem.
- Beta-lactam: A class of antibiotics that includes penicillins, cephalosporins, and carbapenems.
- Penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs): Proteins in the bacterial cell wall that are targeted by beta-lactam antibiotics.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Panipenem
- Wikipedia's article - Panipenem
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