Antibacterial Treatment: Types and Efficacy
Antibacterial Treatment FAQ
What is an antibacterial drug?
Antibacterial drugs are derived from bacteria or molds or are synthesized de novo. Technically, “antibiotic” refers only to antimicrobials derived from bacteria or molds but is often (including in THE MANUAL) used synonymously with “antibacterial drug.” (See also Antibiotics in Neonates .)
What types of antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections?
Antibacterials are used to treat bacterial infections. Antibiotics are classified generally as beta-lactams, macrolides, quinolones, tetracyclines or aminoglycosides. Their classification within these categories depends on their antimicrobial spectra, pharmacodynamics, and chemical composition.
What are antibiotics used for?
Antibiotics are medications used to fight infections caused by bacteria. They’re also called antibacterials. They treat infections by killing or decreasing the growth of bacteria. The first modern-day antibiotic was used in 1936. Before antibiotics, 30 percent of all deaths in the United States were caused by bacterial infections.
Antibacterial Treatment References
If you want to know more about Antibacterial Treatment, consider exploring links below:
What Is Antibacterial Treatment
- https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/bacterial-infections
- https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/10278
- https://www.healthline.com/health/how-do-antibiotics-work
- https://patient.info/infections/antibiotics-leaflet
- https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/16386-antibiotics
- https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/infections/antibiotics/overview-of-antibiotics
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antimicrobial
- https://www.britannica.com/science/antibiotic
Antibacterial Treatment Information
- https://www.msdmanuals.com/en-au/professional/infectious-diseases/bacteria-and-antibacterial-drugs/overview-of-antibacterial-drugs
- https://www.safetyandquality.gov.au/sites/default/files/2020-11/therapeutic_guidelines_-_antibiotic_prescribing_in_primary_care_free_table.pdf
- https://www.verywellhealth.com/antibiotics-factsheet-5221124
- https://medlineplus.gov/antibiotics.html
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