Delafloxacin
Delafloxacin
Delafloxacin (pronounced: de-la-flox-a-cin) is an antibiotic used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It belongs to the class of fluoroquinolones, a group of broad-spectrum antibiotics that inhibit the DNA synthesis of bacteria, thereby preventing their replication and growth.
Etymology
The term 'Delafloxacin' is derived from the class of drugs it belongs to, 'fluoroquinolones', with the prefix 'Dela-' being a unique identifier. The '-floxacin' suffix is common among fluoroquinolones.
Usage
Delafloxacin is primarily used to treat acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections (ABSSSI) caused by certain bacteria. It works by killing the bacteria that cause these infections.
Related Terms
- Fluoroquinolones: A class of antibiotics that Delafloxacin belongs to.
- Bacterial Infections: Infections caused by bacteria, which Delafloxacin is used to treat.
- Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin Structure Infections (ABSSSI): The primary condition that Delafloxacin is used to treat.
Side Effects
Like all medicines, Delafloxacin can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, and headache. Serious side effects may include tendon rupture, nerve damage, and abnormal heart rhythm.
Precautions
Delafloxacin should not be used in people who are allergic to it or other fluoroquinolones. It should also be used with caution in people with a history of tendon disorders related to fluoroquinolone treatment.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Delafloxacin
- Wikipedia's article - Delafloxacin
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