Bétalaktám
Bétalaktám refers to a class of organic compounds characterized by a four-membered lactam ring. This core structure, consisting of three carbon atoms and one nitrogen atom, is the defining feature of this chemical family. The bétalaktám ring is highly strained due to its small size, which contributes to its chemical reactivity.
The most well-known application of bétalaktám compounds is in the field of medicine, specifically as antibiotics.
However, the widespread use of bétalaktám antibiotics has also led to the development of resistance mechanisms