Taksta
Taksta
Taksta (pronounced: tak-sta) is a brand name for the antibiotic drug Fusidic Acid. It is primarily used in the treatment of skin infections caused by Staphylococcus bacteria, including Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).
Etymology
The term "Taksta" does not have a known etymology as it is a brand name created by the pharmaceutical company Cempra Pharmaceuticals.
Usage
Taksta is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, particularly those caused by Staphylococcus bacteria. It works by preventing the bacteria from growing and reproducing, which helps to resolve the infection and alleviate symptoms.
Related Terms
- Fusidic Acid: The active ingredient in Taksta.
- Staphylococcus: A type of bacteria that Taksta is effective against.
- Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA): A type of Staphylococcus bacteria that is resistant to many antibiotics, but can be treated with Taksta.
- Cempra Pharmaceuticals: The pharmaceutical company that produces Taksta.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Taksta
- Wikipedia's article - Taksta
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