Compound ID | 1872
Synonym(s): YTR 830
Class: Beta-lactamase inhibitor
| Agent Type: | Semisynthetic; Small molecule; Direct acting; Antibiotic adjuvant; |
| Mechanism of action: | Binds irreversibly to beta-lactamases, mainly class A enzymes |
| Combined with other compounds: | Yes |
| Description: | Semisynthetic, derived from sulbactam; only available as a combination product, multiple fixed combinations, parenteral application; penicillanic acid sulfone; no intrinsic antibacterial activity |
| Institute where first reported: | Wyeth Pharmaceuticals |
| Year first mentioned: | 1982 |
| Highest development stage: | Approved by FDA in 1993 |
| Development status: | Approved |
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| PubChem link: | https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/123630 |
| Guide to Pharmacology: | tazobactam |
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