Is oxacillin sodium a penicillin?
Apr 04, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Shuwen
Introduction
Sodium oxacillin is a semi-synthetic penicillin antibiotic belonging to the broad-spectrum antibiotics. It is a relatively new antimicrobial agent primarily used in the treatment of respiratory tract infections such as sinusitis, otitis media, tonsillitis, oral infections, bronchitis, and pneumonia. Sodium oxacillin may cause allergic reactions and should be used under medical supervision.
Phenoxymethylpenicillin sodium is a semi-synthetic penicillin antibiotic belonging to the broad-spectrum antibiotics.
Phenoxymethylpenicillin sodium is derived from penicillin G through a semi-synthetic process. It possesses the antibacterial spectrum and activity similar to penicillin, but exhibits stronger antibacterial effects against certain penicillin-sensitive strains. As a relatively new antimicrobial agent, it is primarily used in treating respiratory tract infections such as sinusitis, otitis media, tonsillitis, oral infections, bronchitis, and pneumonia. It is also effective in treating urinary and reproductive tract infections including urethritis, cystitis, and pyelonephritis. Additionally, it can be used for lymphadenitis, lymphangitis, cellulitis, and subcutaneous abscesses. It also shows inhibitory effects against certain atypical pathogens.
Phenoxymethylpenicillin sodium can be administered orally or via intramuscular injection. Mild cases may be treated with oral administration, while severe cases may require intravenous injection. However, it should be noted that phenoxymethylpenicillin sodium may cause allergic reactions and must be used under medical supervision.
