Abstract |
The word ' antibiotics' is an historical, but imprecise, term. Today, ' antibiotics' are also used for other indications and 'non- antibiotics' are repurposed for infectious diseases. This situation calls for a revision of antipathogenic drug terminology. The use of correct terms will facilitate rational antipathogenic treatment and understanding of drug repurposing.
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Authors | Roland Seifert, Bastian Schirmer |
Journal | Trends in microbiology
(Trends Microbiol)
Vol. 29
Issue 11
Pg. 963-966
(11 2021)
ISSN: 1878-4380 [Electronic] England |
PMID | 33895061
(Publication Type: Journal Article)
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Copyright | Copyright © 2021 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. |
Chemical References |
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Topics |
- Anti-Bacterial Agents
(pharmacology, therapeutic use)
- Drug Repositioning
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