Aureomycin works by preventing bacteria from making copies of their DNA. This inhibits their growth and reproduction, which allows the immune system to more easily kill them. Aureomycin is typically taken by mouth, but it can also be applied topically to the skin or eyes.
Aureomycin is generally well-tolerated, but it can cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and rash. More serious side effects can occur, such as liver damage and bone marrow suppression. Aureomycin should not be taken by people who have liver disease or bone marrow problems.
Aureomycin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, which means that it can be used to treat a wide range of infections. However, this also means that it can cause more side effects than narrow-spectrum antibiotics, which are only effective against a specific range of bacteria.
Aureomycin is a valuable medication for treating bacterial infections. However, it should only be used under the supervision of a doctor, as it can cause serious side effects.