Sulfadimethoxine
Sulfadimethoxine
Sulfadimethoxine (pronounced sul-fa-di-meth-ox-een) is a long-acting sulfonamide antimicrobial medication used primarily in veterinary medicine. It is commonly used to treat a variety of infections caused by bacteria and protozoa.
Etymology
The term "Sulfadimethoxine" is derived from its chemical structure. It is a sulfonamide, which refers to its sulfur-containing structure, and "dimethoxine" refers to the two methoxy groups attached to the molecule.
Usage
Sulfadimethoxine is used to treat a variety of infections in animals, including coccidiosis, fowl cholera, and infectious coryza. It is also used in the treatment of urinary tract infections and respiratory tract infections in dogs and cats.
Mechanism of Action
Sulfadimethoxine works by inhibiting the synthesis of folic acid in bacteria, which is necessary for the production of DNA and proteins. By inhibiting this process, the growth and multiplication of bacteria are stopped.
Side Effects
Possible side effects of Sulfadimethoxine include loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, and allergic reactions. In rare cases, it can cause crystalluria, a condition where crystals form in the urine.
Related Terms
- Sulfonamide: A group of synthetic antibiotics that contain the sulfonamide group.
- Coccidiosis: A parasitic disease affecting the intestinal tract of animals.
- Fowl cholera: A contagious disease affecting birds, caused by the bacterium Pasteurella multocida.
- Infectious coryza: An acute respiratory disease of chickens, caused by the bacterium Haemophilus paragallinarum.
- Crystalluria: The presence of crystals in the urine, which can cause renal failure if not treated.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sulfadimethoxine
- Wikipedia's article - Sulfadimethoxine
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