Compound ID | 1846
Synonym(s): ME1100
Class: Aminoglycoside
| Agent Type: | Semisynthetic; Small molecule; Direct acting; |
| Spectrum of activity: | Gram-positive & Gram-negative |
| Mechanism of action: | Protein synthesis inhibitor. Binds to the bacterial 30S ribosomal subunit |
| Target Pathogen: | Active against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria |
| Description: | Semisynthetic, derived from dibekacin. Marketed in Japan for systemic use to treat MRSA infections, developed for inhalation in the US (since 2018) |
| Institute where first reported: | Meiji Seika Pharma |
| Year first mentioned: | 1973 |
| Highest development stage: | Approved; Phase 1 for inhalation |
| Development status: | Approved |
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| PubChem link: | https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/68682 |
| Guide to Pharmacology: | arbekacin |
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