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Princeton's WordNet

  1. erythromycin, Erythrocin, E-Mycin, Ethril, Ilosone, Pediamycinnoun

    an antibiotic (trade name Erythrocin or E-Mycin or Ethril or Ilosone or Pediamycin) obtained from the actinomycete Streptomyces erythreus; effective against many Gram-positive bacteria and some Gram-negative

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  1. e-mycin

    Erythromycin is an antibiotic used for the treatment of a number of bacterial infections. This includes respiratory tract infections, skin infections, chlamydia infections, pelvic inflammatory disease, and syphilis. It may also be used during pregnancy to prevent Group B streptococcal infection in the newborn, as well as to improve delayed stomach emptying. It can be given intravenously and by mouth. An eye ointment is routinely recommended after delivery to prevent eye infections in the newborn.Common side effects include abdominal cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea. More serious side effects may include Clostridium difficile colitis, liver problems, prolonged QT, and allergic reactions. It is generally safe in those who are allergic to penicillin. Erythromycin also appears to be safe to use during pregnancy. While generally regarded as safe during breastfeeding, its use by the mother during the first two weeks of life may increase the risk of pyloric stenosis in the baby. This risk also applies if taken directly by the baby during this age. It is in the macrolide family of antibiotics and works by decreasing bacterial protein production.Erythromycin was first isolated in 1952 from the bacteria Saccharopolyspora erythraea. It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines. In 2020, it was the 225th most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 2 million prescriptions.

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  1. e-mycin

    E-mycin, also known as erythromycin, is a type of antibiotic that belongs to the macrolide group. It is often used to treat various bacterial infections, such as respiratory tract infections, skin infections, urinary tract infections, and sexually transmitted diseases. It works by preventing bacteria from creating vital proteins, thus, stopping their reproduction and eventual growth.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of E-MYCIN in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of E-MYCIN in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6

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