Kanamycin A
Kanamycin A
Kanamycin A (pronounced: kah-nuh-MY-sin A) is an aminoglycoside antibiotic that is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is derived from the bacterium Streptomyces kanamyceticus and is known for its broad spectrum of activity.
Etymology
The term "Kanamycin A" is derived from the bacterium Streptomyces kanamyceticus, from which it was first isolated. The suffix "-mycin" is commonly used in the naming of antibiotics, indicating that the substance is produced by a strain of Streptomyces.
Usage
Kanamycin A is used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections, including tuberculosis, pneumonia, and sepsis. It works by inhibiting protein synthesis in bacteria, thereby stopping their growth and reproduction.
Side Effects
Like all antibiotics, Kanamycin A can have side effects. These can include ototoxicity (damage to the ear), nephrotoxicity (damage to the kidneys), and neuromuscular blockade (interference with nerve and muscle function).
Related Terms
- Aminoglycoside: A group of antibiotics that includes Kanamycin A.
- Antibiotic: A type of drug used to treat bacterial infections.
- Streptomyces kanamyceticus: The bacterium from which Kanamycin A is derived.
- Tuberculosis: A serious infectious disease that Kanamycin A can be used to treat.
- Pneumonia: A type of lung infection that can be treated with Kanamycin A.
- Sepsis: A life-threatening condition that can be treated with Kanamycin A.
- Ototoxicity: A potential side effect of Kanamycin A.
- Nephrotoxicity: Another potential side effect of Kanamycin A.
- Neuromuscular blockade: A potential side effect of Kanamycin A.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Kanamycin A
- Wikipedia's article - Kanamycin A
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