Nafcillin
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Nafcillin Definition
The sodium salt form of nafcillin, a semi-synthetic naphthalene, penicillin-related Nafcillin inhibits bacterial wall synthesis by a mechanism of action similar to penicillin. Penicillinase-resistant Nafcillin is used to treat infections caused by penicillin-resistant strains of Staphylococci. (NCI04)
Nafcillin Synonyms
Nafcillin Sodium, NAFCILLIN SODIUM, Nafcil, Nallpen
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