infektsioonivastased
Infektsioonivastased, also known as anti-infectives, are a class of medications used to treat or prevent infections caused by microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. These drugs work by targeting specific vulnerabilities in the life cycle of these pathogens, either killing them directly or inhibiting their growth and reproduction. The effectiveness and choice of an anti-infective depend on the type of microorganism causing the infection and its susceptibility to the drug.
Anti-infective medications can be broadly categorized based on the type of pathogen they target. Antibiotics are
The development of resistance to anti-infectives is a significant global health concern. Microorganisms can evolve mechanisms