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Antibiotics like penicillin work by killing the bacteria that cause the disease while they are inside the body. They damage the bacterial cells without damaging the body's cells.
They don't work on viruses because viruses invade body cells in order to reproduce.
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What type of drug is penicillin?
Penicillin is actually not a drug. The liquid that is produced by the Penicillin is also known as enzymes is used a as drug. Penicillin is used as antibiotics.
Is mold a drug?
Mold can be used to create drugs such as penicillin.
Why does penicillin sometimes used as drug for some people?
because it is a good drug to help people.
Can you test dirty for penicillin on a drug test?
Penicillin is not an illegal drug and is not tested for.
How has penicillin helped science?
well penicillin is a drug created from a fungus and is used to treat humans with certain bacterial infections.
Is penicillin a drug that can take back pain away?
No it is used to cure infection.
How was penicillin used during world war 2?
Penicillin was a drug that helped eat away bacteria and when soldiers received battle wounds the penicillin helped against infection.
Does Sulfa contain Penicillin?
Penicillin is not a sulfa drug.
What is the drug classification of penicillin?
II
Is penicillin a legal or illegal drug?
It is legal, but available only by prescription. There is no problem with penicillin abuse since it is an antibiotic, not a psychoactive drug.
Is penicillin over-the-counter drugs?
Penicillin is not an O.T.C drug, you need a script to obtain it.
Why is it safe for humans to use penicillin?
At the time of its discovering it was considered a wonder drug because it was the first antibiotic, that has saved lots of life. Penicillin has been the pioneer among antibiotics, which is still used today.
