Paromomycin

Paromomycin

Paromomycin (pronunciation: /ˌpærəmoʊˈmaɪsɪn/) is an aminoglycoside antibiotic that is used to treat certain types of parasitic infections.

Etymology

The term "Paromomycin" is derived from the Greek words "para" meaning "against" and "momos" meaning "blame or disgrace". This is in reference to the drug's ability to combat harmful parasites.

Usage

Paromomycin is primarily used to treat amebiasis, a parasitic infection of the intestines caused by the amoeba Entamoeba histolytica. It is also used to treat leishmaniasis, a disease caused by parasites of the genus Leishmania.

Mechanism of Action

Paromomycin works by binding to the ribosomal RNA of the parasite, inhibiting protein synthesis and leading to the death of the parasite.

Side Effects

Common side effects of paromomycin include nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Severe side effects may include ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity.

Related Terms

• Aminoglycoside
• Antibiotic
• Parasitic infection
• Amebiasis
• Leishmaniasis
• Ribosomal RNA
• Protein synthesis
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• Ototoxicity
• Nephrotoxicity

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Paromomycin
• Wikipedia's article - Paromomycin

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