Mechanism of action
Semisynthetic derivative of emetine.? Effect on nucleus and endoplasmic reticulum.
It is an antiamoebic agent used in the treatment of intestinal and hepatic amoebiasis. It acts by inhibiting protein synthesis by arresting intra ribosomal translocation of tRNA-amino acid complex. Kills trophozoites but ineffective against cysts.
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