Phthalylsulfathiazole

Phthalylsulfathiazole (pronunciation: /fthal-yl-sulfa-thia-zole/) is a sulfonamide antibiotic that is used in the treatment of gastrointestinal infections.

Etymology

The term "Phthalylsulfathiazole" is derived from its chemical structure. It is a combination of "phthalyl", referring to the phthalic acid derivative in its structure, "sulfa" indicating the presence of a sulfonamide group, and "thiazole", a type of heterocyclic compound.

Usage

Phthalylsulfathiazole is primarily used to treat infections in the gastrointestinal tract. It is a poorly absorbed antibiotic, meaning it remains in the gastrointestinal tract and directly treats the infection there. It is often used in cases of dysentery and other bacterial infections of the intestines.

Related Terms

Sulfonamide: A group of antibiotics that Phthalylsulfathiazole belongs to.
Gastrointestinal tract: The part of the body where Phthalylsulfathiazole is primarily active.
Dysentery: A common condition that Phthalylsulfathiazole is used to treat.
Phthalic acid: A component of the chemical structure of Phthalylsulfathiazole.
Heterocyclic compound: A type of compound that is part of the structure of Phthalylsulfathiazole.

External links

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