Principen
Definition
Noun 1. A brand name for a type of antibiotic: Principen is a trade name for a specific, semisynthetic penicillin medication. Its generic (chemical) name is ampicillin. It is used to treat various bacterial infections.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The doctor prescribed Principen for the ear infection.
- Principen is effective against a broad range of bacteria.
- Some patients may be allergic to penicillin-based drugs like Principen.
Advanced Usage
- As a proper noun (brand name): The word is always capitalized () as it is a registered trademark. It is typically used in medical, pharmaceutical, and clinical contexts.
Variants and Related Words
- Generic Name: Ampicillin (n): The common, non-proprietary name for the antibiotic compound sold under brand names like Principen.
- Other Brand Names: Polycillin (n), SK-Ampicillin (n): Different trade names for the same ampicillin medication.
- Drug Class: Penicillin (n), Antibiotic (n): The broader categories this medication belongs to.
Synonyms
- Ampicillin
- Polycillin (another brand name)
- SK-Ampicillin (another brand name)
Related Terms (Not Synonyms)
- Antibiotic: A general term for substances that kill or inhibit bacteria.
- Penicillin: A class of antibiotics derived from Penicillium fungi, which includes ampicillin.
- Prescription drug: A medicine that legally requires a medical prescription.
Noun
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semisynthetic penicillin (trade names Principen and Polycillin and SK-Ampicillin)
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