antibiotic

Almost half of antibiotic prescribing for surgery is inappropriate, new report shows

February 23, 2026 / Clinical Practice / InnovateMed Author / antibiotic

by Allen Cheng, Kelly Cairns, The Conversation edited by Lisa Lock, reviewed by Andrew Zinin Editors’ notes The GIST Add as preferred source Credit: Anna Shvets/Pexels Inappropriate antibiotic prescribing around the time of surgery and long-term prescribing in aged care are among a mixed bag of findings of a recent report into antibiotic use and resistance in Australia. The report shows […]

Almost half of antibiotic prescribing for surgery is inappropriate, new report shows Read More »

Clinical data gaps keeping life-saving antibiotics from children

February 3, 2026 / Research update / InnovateMed Author / antibiotic

by Murdoch Children’s Research Institute edited by Gaby Clark, reviewed by Robert Egan Editors’ notes The GIST Add as preferred source Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Life-saving antibiotics that could treat severe infections in babies and children aren’t accessible due to a lack of data around safety and dosage, new research shows. Two wide sweeping reviews, led by Murdoch

Clinical data gaps keeping life-saving antibiotics from children Read More »

The aggressive use of antibiotics could fuel mood disorders and anxiety

January 14, 2026 / Research update / InnovateMed Author / antibiotic, mood disorders and anxiety

by Ingrid Fadelli, Medical Xpress edited by Gaby Clark, reviewed by Robert Egan Editors’ notes The GIST Add as preferred source Consistent decline of acetylcholine in the microbiota-gut-brain axis. A) acetylcholine levels were significantly reduced in the feces, colon, blood, and hippocampus; B) Strong correlations were observed between acetylcholine levels in peripheral samples (feces, colon, blood) and central

The aggressive use of antibiotics could fuel mood disorders and anxiety Read More »

New test shows which antibiotics actually work

January 9, 2026 / Research update / InnovateMed Author / antibiotic

Peer-Reviewed Publication University of Basel Drugs that act against bacteria are mainly assessed based on how well they inhibit bacterial growth under laboratory conditions. A critical factor, however, is whether the active substances actually kill the pathogens in the body. Researchers at the University of Basel have presented a new method for measuring how effectively

New test shows which antibiotics actually work Read More »

High-dose antibiotic does not reduce mortality in tuberculous meningitis, clinical trial finds

December 18, 2025 / Clinical Practice / InnovateMed Author / antibiotic

by Radboud University edited by Lisa Lock, reviewed by Robert Egan Editors’ notes Scanning electron micrograph of Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria, which cause TB. Credit: NIAID A higher dose of the antibiotic rifampicin does not improve survival rates for patients with tuberculous meningitis. This severe form of tuberculosis causes inflammation of the brain membranes, and half of the patients

High-dose antibiotic does not reduce mortality in tuberculous meningitis, clinical trial finds Read More »

Antibiotic delafloxacin emerges as a potential therapeutic alternative against Legionella

December 18, 2025 / Research update / InnovateMed Author / antibiotic

by Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute edited by Gaby Clark, reviewed by Andrew Zinin Editors’ notes Graphical abstract. Credit: International Journal of Infectious Diseases (2026). DOI: 10.1016/j.ijid.2025.108165 A study led by researchers at the Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) shows, in an experimental laboratory model, that delafloxacin inhibits the intracellular replication of Legionella more effectively than one

Antibiotic delafloxacin emerges as a potential therapeutic alternative against Legionella Read More »

From Antibiotics to Calcium: 8 Magnesium Interactions to Be Aware Of

June 16, 2025 / Patient education / InnovateMed Author / antibiotic

Written by Emilie White, PharmD | Reviewed by Rachel Feaster, PharmD, BCOP, BCPS Published on December 16, 2024 Key takeaways: Magnesium is a common over-the-counter (OTC) supplement. It’s also an ingredient in some OTC antacids and laxatives. Magnesium is a natural mineral, but it can still interact with other medications and supplements. Magnesium can lower the absorption of

From Antibiotics to Calcium: 8 Magnesium Interactions to Be Aware Of Read More »

Green light activates this antibiotic only where it’s needed

June 11, 2025 / Research update / InnovateMed Author / antibiotic

Peer-Reviewed Publication American Chemical Society FacebookXLinkedInWeChatBlueskyMessageWhatsAppEmail image: A clear boundary formed after exposing light-activated penicillin to green light — half of the dish was sterilized, and the other half teemed with E. coli bacterial growth. view more Credit: Adapted from ACS Central Science 2025, DOI: 10.1021/acscentsci.5c00437 To treat bacterial infections, medical professionals prescribe antibiotics. But not all active

Green light activates this antibiotic only where it’s needed Read More »

New source of natural antibiotics hidden within our own proteins identified

June 5, 2025 / Research update / InnovateMed Author / antibiotic

Peer-Reviewed Publication Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona FacebookXLinkedInWeChatBlueskyMessageWhatsAppEmail A team of scientists led by the UAB has identified a new type of antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) found in human proteins that are capable of selectively eliminating multidrug-resistant bacteria, particularly of the gram-negative type, responsible for serious hospital acquired infections. The discovery, published in Molecular Systems Biology, could

New source of natural antibiotics hidden within our own proteins identified Read More »