Compound ID | 217
Synonym(s): SMT 19969
Class: Small molecule antibacterial agent
| Agent Type: | Synthetic; Small molecule; Direct acting; |
| Spectrum of activity: | Gram-positive |
| Mechanism of action: | DNA synthesis inhibitor. DNA minor groove binder; binds with AT sequence of DNA and additionally inhibits energy metabolism |
| Target Pathogen: | Active against Clostridium difficile infection |
| Description: | Synthetic compound; does not meet superiority in sustained clinical response but reduces recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection and preserves microbiome compared to vancomycin |
| Institute where first reported: | Summit Corp, UK; University of Hertfordshire |
| Year first mentioned: | 2011 |
| Highest developmental phase: | Phase 3 |
| Development status: | Active |
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