Penicillin g
Penicillin G
Penicillin G (pronounced: pen-uh-sil-in gee), also known as Benzylpenicillin, is a type of antibiotic that belongs to the penicillin family. It was first discovered in 1928 by Alexander Fleming and is widely used in the treatment of various bacterial infections.
Etymology
The term "Penicillin" is derived from the Latin Penicillium, the name of the mold from which it was first isolated. The "G" in Penicillin G stands for "German", as it was first isolated by a team of German scientists.
Usage
Penicillin G is used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections, including Streptococcal infections, Syphilis, Pneumonia, and Meningitis. It works by inhibiting the formation of the bacteria's cell wall, causing the bacteria to die.
Related Terms
- Antibiotic: A type of drug used to treat bacterial infections.
- Bacteria: Single-celled microorganisms that can cause disease.
- Cell wall: A rigid layer that surrounds the cells of bacteria and other organisms.
- Infection: The invasion of an organism's body tissues by disease-causing agents.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Penicillin g
- Wikipedia's article - Penicillin g
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