Bacteria Articles A-Z
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What Is Azithromycin Used For?
What is azithromycin used for? This eMedTV page explains that azithromycin is used to treat common infections (such as pneumonia and ear infections) in both children and adults, as well as sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea and chlamydia.
What is Biocef used for? As this segment of the eMedTV library explains, Biocef is commonly used to treat various bacterial infections and prevent bacterial endocarditis. Off-label uses and uses for the drug in children are also described.
What is cefdinir used for? As this eMedTV segment explains, the drug is used for the treatment of bacterial infections in adults and children. Cefdinir is commonly used to treat skin infections, pneumonia, strep throat, and tonsillitis.
What is Rocephin used for? As this eMedTV page discusses, Rocephin can substitute for penicillin, treat infections in newborns and children, and prevent infection during surgery. Off-label Rocephin uses include treating chancroid and epididymitis.
Yersinia are the bacteria that can cause plague (among other illnesses). This section of the eMedTV library highlights these three important human pathogens: Yersinia pestis, Yersinia enterocolitica, and Yersinia pseudotuberculosis.
