antibacterianes
Antibacterianes is a term used to refer to substances with activity against bacteria. In medical and scientific contexts it is often used as a broad umbrella for antibacterial agents, including antibiotics used systemically, as well as antiseptics and disinfectants used on surfaces or skin.
These agents can act by various mechanisms: interfering with cell wall synthesis (beta-lactams like penicillin), inhibiting
Spectrum: some antibacterianes are broad-spectrum, active against many species; others are narrow-spectrum, targeting specific groups. Examples
Resistance: bacteria can become resistant through enzymes that inactivate drugs, target modification, efflux pumps, or metabolic
Safety and regulation: antibacterianes vary in safety profiles, potential allergies, microbiome disruption, and environmental impact. Regulatory
History and impact: the discovery of penicillin in 1928 revolutionized medicine and led to multiple classes