Sulfafurazole
Sulfafurazole
Sulfafurazole (pronounced sul-fa-fur-a-zole), also known as sulfisoxazole, is an antibacterial medication used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It belongs to the class of sulfonamide antibiotics.
Etymology
The term "Sulfafurazole" is derived from its chemical structure, which includes a sulfonamide group (sulfa-) and a furazolidone group (-furazole).
Usage
Sulfafurazole is primarily used to treat urinary tract infections, ear infections, and certain types of pneumonia. It works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria, thereby preventing the spread of infection.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Sulfafurazole include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In rare cases, it can cause serious side effects such as anemia, jaundice, and allergic reactions.
Related Terms
- Sulfonamide: A group of antibiotics that Sulfafurazole belongs to.
- Bacterial infection: The type of infections that Sulfafurazole is used to treat.
- Urinary tract infection: One of the common infections treated with Sulfafurazole.
- Ear infection: Another common infection treated with Sulfafurazole.
- Pneumonia: A serious lung infection that can be treated with Sulfafurazole.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sulfafurazole
- Wikipedia's article - Sulfafurazole
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