What are the effects of penicillin tablets?
Sep 04, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Shuwen
Introduction
In general, penicillin tablets exert a bactericidal effect by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial cell walls. They are primarily effective against Gram-positive cocci and bacilli, and exhibit good antimicrobial activity against Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus viridans, hemolytic streptococci, Corynebacterium diphtheriae, Listeria, Treponema pallidum, certain anaerobic bacteria, and Neisseria meningitidis.
Generally, penicillin tablets exert a bactericidal effect by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial cell walls, demonstrating good antibacterial activity against various common bacterial strains. A detailed analysis is as follows:
Penicillin tablets are primarily effective against Gram-positive cocci and bacilli, showing strong antibacterial activity against *Streptococcus pneumoniae*, viridans group streptococci, hemolytic streptococci, *Corynebacterium diphtheriae*, *Listeria monocytogenes*, *Treponema pallidum* (the causative agent of syphilis), certain anaerobic bacteria, and *Neisseria meningitidis*. They can be used to treat mild to moderate infections caused by susceptible bacteria, such as tonsillitis, pharyngitis, scarlet fever, erysipelas, pneumonia, bronchitis, sinusitis, otitis media, skin and soft tissue infections, and infective endocarditis.
It should be noted that penicillin tablets must be taken under the guidance of a physician; patients should not use them on their own. Some individuals may experience allergic reactions to penicillin, so patients must undergo a skin test before using penicillin to avoid potential allergic reactions that could harm their health. During treatment, patients should avoid spicy and irritating foods such as chili peppers and pepper, as these may worsen the condition.
