Cefmetazole sodium
Cefmetazole Sodium
Cefmetazole Sodium (pronunciation: sef-meh-TAH-zole SO-dee-um) is a cephalosporin antibiotic used in the treatment of various bacterial infections. It is a second-generation cephalosporin, known for its broad-spectrum activity against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
Etymology
The term "Cefmetazole" is derived from "cephalosporin," referring to the class of antibiotics it belongs to, and "metazole," a suffix used in the naming of various synthetic compounds. The "sodium" in "Cefmetazole Sodium" refers to the sodium salt form of the drug, which is commonly used in pharmaceutical formulations for improved solubility and stability.
Usage
Cefmetazole Sodium is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, including those caused by Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, and Klebsiella pneumoniae. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall, leading to cell death.
Related Terms
- Cephalosporin: A class of antibiotics that Cefmetazole Sodium belongs to.
- Bacterial cell wall: The target of Cefmetazole Sodium's action.
- Gram-positive bacteria: One type of bacteria that Cefmetazole Sodium is effective against.
- Gram-negative bacteria: Another type of bacteria that Cefmetazole Sodium is effective against.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cefmetazole sodium
- Wikipedia's article - Cefmetazole sodium
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