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Penicillin in nowadays

Updated: Jan 13, 2022

How penicillin are being used nowadays?


First Wonder Medicine

Today, penicillin, also named the “first wonder medicine”, is used to treat bacterial illnesses such as throat infections, meningitis, and syphilis. It acts by blocking enzymes involved in the construction of bacterial cell walls while activating enzymes that break down these protective barriers. Penicillin resistance has emerged in Some bacteria, emphasizing the significance of taking antibiotics with caution.

Difficulties

Today, penicillin comes in a variety of natural and synthetic forms that are used to treat a variety of illnesses. However, some bacteria types have developed resistance to penicillin and other antibiotics, making treatment of infections increasingly difficult.

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