How does PBP2a work?

How does PBP2a work? PBP2a is a unique transpeptidase that is not inhibited well by β-lactam antibiotics. Hence, it is able to continue peptidoglycan crosslinking in the face of the challenge by these antibiotics, when other PBPs with transpeptidase activity are inhibited. Crosslinking of peptidoglycan strands in cell-wall synthesis. Does Read more…

What is Prometrium used for?

What is Prometrium used for? In women who are not pregnant and not going through menopause, this medication is used to restore normal menstrual periods that have stopped for several months (amenorrhea). Progesterone is also used as part of combination hormone replacement therapy with estrogens to reduce menopause symptoms (e.g., Read more…