Mycin
Mycin
Mycin (/ˈmaɪsɪn/), is a term used to denote a group of antibiotics that are derived from certain types of Streptomyces bacteria. The term "mycin" is derived from the Greek word "mykes" meaning fungus, as these antibiotics were originally thought to be derived from fungi.
Etymology
The term "mycin" is derived from the Greek word "mykes" meaning fungus. This is because these antibiotics were originally thought to be derived from fungi. However, it was later discovered that they are actually derived from certain types of Streptomyces bacteria.
Types of Mycin
There are several types of mycin antibiotics, including:
- Erythromycin: This is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
- Clindamycin: This is used to treat serious infections caused by bacteria.
- Vancomycin: This is used to treat serious or life-threatening bacterial infections.
- Neomycin: This is used to reduce the risk of bacterial infection during surgery.
Related Terms
- Antibiotic: A substance used to inhibit the growth of or destroy microorganisms.
- Bacteria: Single-celled microorganisms that can exist either as independent (free-living) organisms or as parasites (dependent on another organism for life).
- Streptomyces: A genus of bacteria known for their ability to produce antibiotics.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mycin
- Wikipedia's article - Mycin
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