p-aminobenzoic acid

Sulfonamides

Effect Antibacterial Bakeriostatic Antiparasitic against protozoa Mechanism of action Sulfonamides inhibit the synthesis of folic acid in microorganisms. They are structural analogues (antimetabolites) of the natural substrate p-aminobenzoic acid and competitively displace it. Trimethoprim, used in combination with sulfamethoxazole, has a synergistic effect. Indications Bacterial infectious diseases caused by: Streptococcus Pneumococcus Actinomycetes Nocardia, e.g. nocaridosis … Sulfonamides

Gray Hair

Symptoms Gray hair is caused by single to many white hairs in the hairstyle. Together with the normally pigmented hair, the hair appears gray to silver. Gray hair has an altered structure, stands crosswise and is less easy to comb. Hair has an important communication function and is important for external appearance and attractiveness. Full … Gray Hair

P-aminobenzoic Acid: Function & Diseases

P-aminobenzoic acid is an organic carboxylic acid. Although it does not actually belong to the group of vitamins, it is classified as one of the B vitamins and also bears the name vitamin B10. What is p-aminobenzoic acid? The p-aminobenzoic acid (PABA) is also known as para-aminobenzoic acid, 4-aminobenzoic acid, p-carboxyaniline or vitamin B10. The … P-aminobenzoic Acid: Function & Diseases