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Ethionamide

Anti tuberculous drugs

Description

Ethionamide is used together with other medicines to treat tuberculosis (TB). Ethionamide belongs to the class of medicines called antibiotics and works to kill or prevent the growth of bacteria. However, it will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

Mechanism of action

It inhibits mycolic acid synthesis.

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Mechanism of action

It inhibits mycolic acid synthesis.

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