Kanamycin

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Kanamycin

Kanamycin (pronounced: kah-nuh-MY-sin) is an aminoglycoside antibiotic introduced in the 1950s. It is produced by the bacterium Streptomyces kanamyceticus and is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.

Etymology

The term "Kanamycin" is derived from Streptomyces kanamyceticus, the bacterium from which it was first isolated. The bacterium was named after Kanamycin, Japan, where it was discovered.

Usage

Kanamycin works by binding to the bacterial 30S ribosomal subunit, which inhibits protein synthesis and thus bacterial growth. It is used to treat a variety of infections, including tuberculosis, sepsis, and urinary tract infections.

Side Effects

Like other aminoglycosides, kanamycin can have serious side effects, including ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity. It can also cause allergic reactions in some patients.

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