Eravacycline
Eravacycline
Eravacycline (pronounced as "era-va-cy-cline") is a synthetic halogenated tetracycline class antibiotic developed to treat infections caused by multi-drug resistant bacteria.
Etymology
The term "Eravacycline" is derived from the combination of "era", "va", and "cycline". The "cycline" part is a common suffix for tetracycline antibiotics. The origin of "era" and "va" is not clearly known.
Pronunciation
Eravacycline is pronounced as "era-va-cy-cline".
Related Terms
- Tetracycline: A group of broad-spectrum antibiotics whose general usefulness has been reduced with the onset of antibiotic resistance.
- Antibiotic: A type of antimicrobial substance active against bacteria.
- Infection: The invasion of an organism's body tissues by disease-causing agents, their multiplication, and the reaction of host tissues to the infectious agents and the toxins they produce.
- Halogenated: Refers to the class of compounds that contain one or more halogen atoms (fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine, astatine).
Usage
Eravacycline is used to treat complicated intra-abdominal infections (cIAI). It is effective against a broad range of aerobic and anaerobic bacteria, including multi-drug resistant strains.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Eravacycline include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. More serious side effects may include allergic reactions, pancreatitis, and Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea.
Precautions
Eravacycline should not be used in people with known hypersensitivity to tetracycline-class antibiotics. It should be used with caution in patients with hepatic impairment and during pregnancy.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Eravacycline
- Wikipedia's article - Eravacycline
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