Madhumathi Palaniappan's Profile
B.Pharm
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Madhu, an alumni of Madras Medical College writes on drugs and handles the drug section on Medindia. Her long term dream and desire is to become an entrepreneur in the Pharma field.
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![Human Nose Yields New Antibiotic for Bacterial Infections](https://www.medindia.net/health-images/nasal-bacteria-yield-new-antibiotic-for-mrsa-infections.jpg)
Human Nose Yields New Antibiotic for Bacterial Infections
New bacteria from the human nose produces a new antibiotic compound ‘lugdunin’, for the treatment of MRSA infections.
![Gabapentin Medication Requires Standard Drug Monitoring Protocols](https://www.medindia.net/health-images/prescription-misuse-of-gabapentin-may-lead-to-drug-abuse.jpg)
Gabapentin Medication Requires Standard Drug Monitoring Protocols
Gabapentin is an anticonvulsant agent which requires standard drug monitoring protocols to avoid drug abuse and misuse of prescriptions.
!['Generic' Version of Biologics Appear to be Similar to Their Brand-Name Analogues](https://www.medindia.net/health-images/generic-biologics-are-equivalent-to-their-brand-name-counterparts.jpg)
'Generic' Version of Biologics Appear to be Similar to Their Brand-Name Analogues
Biologics are produced from living cells and natural sources. ‘Generic’ biologics were found to be comparable with their brand-name counterparts.
![New Insights into HIV Vaccine Development](https://www.medindia.net/health-images/immune-system-holds-key-to-hiv-vaccine-development.jpg)
New Insights into HIV Vaccine Development
Immune system of HIV-infected people produces neutralizing antibodies against infection after several years.
![Interaction of Antibiotics with Dairy Products](https://www.medindia.net/images/patientinfo/120x100/antibiotics-and-dairy-products.jpg)
Interaction of Antibiotics with Dairy Products
Antibiotics like tetracyclines and fluoroquinolones used in the treatment of bacterial infections interact mainly with dairy products and lead to adverse side effects.