10th Edition of
World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health
October 05-07, 2026 | Tokyo, Japan
Antibiotics for infectious diseases stand as cornerstones in the realm of medical therapeutics, combating bacterial infections with a diverse arsenal of pharmaceutical agents. These drugs, ranging from penicillins to fluoroquinolones, work through distinct mechanisms to inhibit bacterial growth or disrupt essential processes. Their critical role in saving lives is evident, but the misuse and overuse of antibiotics present an escalating concern: antibiotic resistance. Penetrating the global health landscape, antibiotic resistance poses a formidable challenge, urging a comprehensive understanding of bacterial behavior and the development of novel therapeutic strategies. In the pharmaceutical arsenal, antibiotic classes like tetracyclines, aminoglycosides, and sulfonamides enrich the spectrum of treatment options. Tailoring antibiotic prescriptions to specific bacterial strains remains crucial, emphasizing the importance of diagnostics and precision medicine. Combination therapies, employing multiple antibiotics, are explored to enhance efficacy and counter resistance development. Streptomycin, erythromycin, and cephalosporins, among others, have played pivotal roles in infectious disease management. However, the collateral impact of antibiotics on the human microbiome raises concerns about potential disruptions to the delicate microbial balance. This, coupled with the need for prudent antibiotic prescribing through antimicrobial stewardship programs, underlines the intricate challenges in maintaining the delicate equilibrium between treatment and the emergence of resistant strains.
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