Compound ID | 1987
Synonym(s): Furosin | furazidin | furazidine
Class: Nitrofuran
| Agent Type: | Synthetic; Small molecule; Direct acting; |
| Spectrum of activity: | Gram-positive & Gram-negative |
| Mechanism of action: | DNA synthesis inhibitor. Broad mechanism of action by damaging bacterial DNA |
| Target Pathogen: | Active against protozoal species |
| Description: | Synthetic compound. Used for uncomplicated urinary tract infections. |
| Year first mentioned: | 1984 |
| Highest development stage: | Approved |
| Development status: | Approved |
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| PubChem link: | https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6870646 |
| Guide to Pharmacology: | furagin |
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