Valnemulin
(Redirected from Econor)
Valnemulin is an antibiotic that belongs to the pleuromutilin class of antibiotics. It is primarily used in veterinary medicine to treat swine dysentery and ileitis, diseases caused by bacteria in pigs.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The term "Valnemulin" is derived from the class of antibiotics it belongs to, pleuromutilin, and the specific chemical structure of the compound. The "val" prefix is likely a reference to the valeric acid component of the molecule, while "nemulin" is a derivative of pleuromutilin.
Usage[edit | edit source]
Valnemulin is used in the treatment of swine dysentery and ileitis, both of which are bacterial infections in pigs. Swine dysentery, caused by Brachyspira hyodysenteriae, is a severe, contagious disease that affects the large intestine of pigs, causing severe diarrhea and weight loss. Ileitis, also known as porcine proliferative enteropathy, is caused by Lawsonia intracellularis and affects the small intestine, causing diarrhea, reduced growth rate, and in severe cases, death.
Valnemulin works by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial proteins, which are essential for the bacteria's growth and reproduction. This makes it an effective treatment for bacterial infections.
Side Effects[edit | edit source]
As with all antibiotics, use of valnemulin can lead to the development of antibiotic resistance in bacteria. This is a major concern in both human and veterinary medicine, as it can make infections more difficult to treat. Other potential side effects include digestive disturbances, such as diarrhea and loss of appetite.
Related Terms[edit | edit source]
- Antibiotic
- Pleuromutilin
- Swine dysentery
- Ileitis
- Brachyspira hyodysenteriae
- Lawsonia intracellularis
- Antibiotic resistance
References[edit | edit source]
Valnemulin Resources | |
---|---|
|
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD