Pristinamycin
Pristinamycin
Pristinamycin (pronunciation: pris-ti-na-mye-sin) is a streptogramin antibiotic that is used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It is a combination of two components, Pristinamycin IA and Pristinamycin IIA, which work together to inhibit the growth of bacteria.
Etymology
The term "Pristinamycin" is derived from the Latin word 'pristinus', meaning 'ancient' or 'pristine', and the Greek word 'mykes', meaning 'fungus'. This is in reference to the fact that Pristinamycin is produced by the bacterium Streptomyces pristinaespiralis.
Usage
Pristinamycin is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, including skin infections, respiratory tract infections, and urinary tract infections. It is particularly effective against Gram-positive bacteria, including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).
Mechanism of Action
Pristinamycin works by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial proteins, which are essential for the bacteria's survival. Pristinamycin IA inhibits the early phase of protein synthesis, while Pristinamycin IIA inhibits the late phase. This dual action makes Pristinamycin a potent antibiotic.
Related Terms
- Streptogramin
- Antibiotic
- Bacterial infection
- Skin infection
- Respiratory tract infection
- Urinary tract infection
- Gram-positive bacteria
- Staphylococcus aureus
- Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pristinamycin
- Wikipedia's article - Pristinamycin
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