News stories about "antibiotic" in India.

Researchers develop novel antibiotic that overcomes bacterial resistance

The antibiotic cresomycin efficiently reduces pathogenic microorganisms that have developed resistance to a variety of frequently administered... Key Points

The Tribune India

antibiotic resistance to Mycobacterium abscessus can be addressed using new technique: Study

Tennessee [US], January 5 (ANI): The issue of antibiotic resistance in Mycobacterium abscessus (Mab) is being tackled by researchers at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The increasing prevalence of this infection which is naturally resistant to antibiotics underscores the pressing need for innovative treatments. To combat this, the researchers created novel spectinomycin formulations that circumvent […] Key Points

ThePrint

70% of antibiotic fixed-dose combination drugs sold in India unapproved or banned, finds study

Govt’s moves to curb irrational fixed-dose combinations may have been insufficient & lack enforcement, say researchers. Study published in Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice. Key Points

ThePrint

antibiotic resistance a looming, lethal global threat

Antibiotic-resistant bacteria present a deadly threat to our health. But making new drugs just isn’t profitable. | Health Key Points

Hindustan Times

On the horizon, a new class of antibiotic that can kill superbug CRAB

Results outlined in study published in journal ‘Nature’ this month. The results are from animal studies, says the paper, adding that the drug is now being tested in humans. Key Points

ThePrint

Rotavirus vaccine has curbed deaths in India by a third, deterred antibiotic misuse, finds US study

Study was published online this month in the journal, Vaccine. In children under 5, rotavirus associated deaths went down by 38.3% & antibiotic misuse by 21.8% from 2019 to 2021. Key Points

ThePrint

Ceftriaxone, among India’s most prescribed antibiotics, ‘increasingly resistant’ against pathogens

Monocef, a popular brand of the drug, has been among top-selling medicines these last few months. Ceftriaxone is ‘watch’ antibiotic, with high potential for antimicrobial resistance. Key Points

ThePrint

antibiotic resistance in children on the rise

Antibiotics are the preferred treatment for children with an infection. But they are becoming increasingly ineffective. | Health Key Points

Hindustan Times

Five people die from 'parrot fever' in Europe: Causes, symptoms, treatment

Parrot fever, a deadly bacterial infection, has affected people in several European countries. It causes mild fever, chills and headache. Key Points

India Today

Can Kerala's antibiotic abuse project inspire India's antimicrobial resistance fight?

In 2019, nearly 300,000 deaths in India were due to AMR. Over 1 million deaths were linked to drug resistance, making infections more challenging to treat. Kerala initiated an AMR action plan in 2018. However, analysts say that Kerala’s approach might not be directly applicable to other states, where access to antibiotics is itself an issue. Key Points

Economic Times

How chicken farms are breeding antimicrobial resistance

E.coli and salmonella bacteria have been found to share genetic information as a way to develop antibiotic resistance. | Health Key Points

Hindustan Times