Compound ID | 1969
Class: Small molecule antibacterial agent
| Agent Type: | Synthetic; Small molecule; Direct acting; |
| Spectrum of activity: | Gram-positive & Gram-negative |
| Mechanism of action: | Folate synthesis inhibitor. Dihydrofolate reductase inhibitor; DHFR inhibitor |
| Target Pathogen: | Active against many Gram-positive, Gram-negative strains, and protozoal pathogens |
| Description: | Synthetic compound; trimethoprim derivative; oral and parenteral application; a diaminopyrimidine |
| Year first mentioned: | 1979 |
| Highest development stage: | Approved |
| Development status: | Approved |
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| PubChem link: | https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/65450 |
| Guide to Pharmacology: | tetroxoprim |
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