Carfecillin

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Carfecillin

Carfecillin (pronounced: kar-feh-sil-in) is a type of antibiotic used in the treatment of various bacterial infections. It belongs to the class of penicillin antibiotics and is known for its broad-spectrum activity against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.

Etymology

The term "Carfecillin" is derived from the Latin carfec, meaning "to kill", and cillin, a common suffix used in the naming of antibiotics, particularly those belonging to the penicillin class. This reflects the drug's primary function, which is to kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria.

Usage

Carfecillin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, including those caused by Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial cell walls, thereby causing the bacteria to die.

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