Mycin

Mycin is a family of antibiotics that are produced by Streptomyces species. The Mycin family includes drugs like Erythromycin, Clindamycin, Azithromycin and others. These antibiotics are primarily used to treat bacterial infections.

History

The first Mycin, Streptomycin, was discovered in 1943 by Albert Schatz, a graduate student in the laboratory of Selman Waksman at Rutgers University. Streptomycin was the first antibiotic that could be used to cure the disease tuberculosis.

Types of Mycin

There are several types of Mycin antibiotics, including:

• Erythromycin: This is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is a macrolide-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
• Clindamycin: This is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is an antibiotic which works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
• Azithromycin: This is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is a macrolide-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Side Effects

Like all medicines, Mycin antibiotics can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Some common side effects include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and diarrhea. If you experience any serious side effects, such as hearing loss, severe dizziness, or fast/irregular heartbeat, you should contact your doctor immediately.

Precautions

Before taking Mycin antibiotics, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other macrolide antibiotics (such as erythromycin, clarithromycin); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.

Interactions

Mycin antibiotics can interact with other medications, which can affect how they work or increase your risk for serious side effects. Some drugs that may interact with Mycin antibiotics include: live bacterial vaccines, digoxin, warfarin.

See Also

• Antibiotics
• Bacterial Infections
• Streptomyces

References

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