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Cefbuperazone[edit]

Cefbuperazone is a cephalosporin antibiotic used in the treatment of various bacterial infections. It belongs to the third generation of cephalosporins, which are known for their broad-spectrum activity against Gram-negative bacteria and improved stability against beta-lactamases compared to earlier generations.

Mechanism of Action[edit]

Cefbuperazone works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis. It binds to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) located inside the bacterial cell wall, which are essential for the cross-linking of the peptidoglycan layer. This inhibition leads to the weakening of the cell wall and ultimately causes bacterial cell lysis and death.

Spectrum of Activity[edit]

Cefbuperazone is effective against a wide range of Gram-negative bacteria, including species of Enterobacteriaceae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It also has activity against some Gram-positive bacteria, although it is generally less effective against these compared to earlier generation cephalosporins.

Clinical Uses[edit]

Cefbuperazone is used to treat various infections such as:

Administration and Dosage[edit]

Cefbuperazone is typically administered via intravenous or intramuscular injection. The dosage and duration of treatment depend on the severity and type of infection, as well as the patient's renal function.

Side Effects[edit]

Common side effects of cefbuperazone include:

Gastrointestinal disturbances such as nausea and diarrhea
Allergic reactions, including rash and anaphylaxis
Hematological changes, such as leukopenia and thrombocytopenia

Related Pages[edit]

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-'''Cefbuperazone''' is a [[cephalosporin]] [[antibiotic]], a class of [[beta-lactam antibiotics]] that are used in the treatment of various bacterial infections. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, meaning it is effective against a wide range of bacteria.
+== Cefbuperazone ==
-==Chemistry==
+[[File:Cefbuperazone.svg|thumb|right|Chemical structure of Cefbuperazone]]
-Cefbuperazone belongs to the third generation of cephalosporins. Like all cephalosporins, it contains a [[beta-lactam ring]], a chemical structure that is crucial for its antibacterial activity. The beta-lactam ring interferes with the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall, leading to the death of the bacteria.
-==Pharmacology==
+'''Cefbuperazone''' is a [[cephalosporin]] [[antibiotic]] used in the treatment of various bacterial infections. It belongs to the third generation of cephalosporins, which are known for their broad-spectrum activity against Gram-negative bacteria and improved stability against beta-lactamases compared to earlier generations.
-Cefbuperazone works by inhibiting the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall. It binds to specific [[penicillin-binding proteins]] (PBPs) located inside the bacterial cell wall. This binding leads to the inhibition of the third and last stage of bacterial cell wall synthesis, which is ultimately lethal to the bacteria.
-==Clinical Use==
+== Mechanism of Action ==
-Cefbuperazone is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, including those caused by [[Staphylococcus aureus]], [[Escherichia coli]], and [[Klebsiella pneumoniae]]. It is also used in the treatment of infections caused by [[Pseudomonas aeruginosa]], a bacterium that is often resistant to other antibiotics.
-==Side Effects==
+Cefbuperazone works by inhibiting bacterial [[cell wall]] synthesis. It binds to [[penicillin-binding proteins]] (PBPs) located inside the bacterial cell wall, which are essential for the cross-linking of the [[peptidoglycan]] layer. This inhibition leads to the weakening of the cell wall and ultimately causes bacterial cell lysis and death.
-Like all antibiotics, cefbuperazone can cause side effects. The most common side effects include [[nausea]], [[vomiting]], and [[diarrhea]]. In rare cases, cefbuperazone can cause serious side effects such as [[allergic reactions]], [[kidney damage]], and [[Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea]].
-==Resistance==
+== Spectrum of Activity ==
-Bacterial resistance to cefbuperazone can occur, which can limit its effectiveness. Resistance can occur through several mechanisms, including the production of [[beta-lactamase enzymes]] that can inactivate cefbuperazone, and modifications to the PBPs that cefbuperazone binds to.
+Cefbuperazone is effective against a wide range of Gram-negative bacteria, including species of [[Enterobacteriaceae]], [[Pseudomonas aeruginosa]], and [[Neisseria gonorrhoeae]]. It also has activity against some Gram-positive bacteria, although it is generally less effective against these compared to earlier generation cephalosporins.
+== Clinical Uses ==
+Cefbuperazone is used to treat various infections such as:
+* [[Urinary tract infections]]
+* [[Respiratory tract infections]]
+* [[Skin and soft tissue infections]]
+* [[Intra-abdominal infections]]
+== Administration and Dosage ==
+Cefbuperazone is typically administered via [[intravenous]] or [[intramuscular]] injection. The dosage and duration of treatment depend on the severity and type of infection, as well as the patient's renal function.
+== Side Effects ==
+Common side effects of cefbuperazone include:
+* [[Gastrointestinal disturbances]] such as [[nausea]] and [[diarrhea]]
+* [[Allergic reactions]], including [[rash]] and [[anaphylaxis]]
+* [[Hematological changes]], such as [[leukopenia]] and [[thrombocytopenia]]
+== Related Pages ==
-==See Also==
 * [[Cephalosporin]]
-* [[Beta-lactam antibiotics]]
+* [[Antibiotic]]
-* [[Penicillin-binding proteins]]
+* [[Beta-lactam antibiotic]]
-* [[Beta-lactamase]]
-[[Category:Antibiotics]]
 [[Category:Cephalosporin antibiotics]]
-[[Category:Beta-lactam antibiotics]]
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-{{Medicine-stub}}