Drug Class
macrolide antibiotic
Type
ingredient
Active Ingredient
fidaxomicin
📋Overview
Fidaxomicin is an antibiotic that is primarily used to target certain bacterial infections in the digestive tract. It is especially known for its activity against Clostridioides difficile, a bacterium that can cause severe diarrhea and colitis. Fidaxomicin works by inhibiting bacterial RNA synthesis, which helps to limit the growth and spread of the bacteria. Its use is generally reserved for specific gastrointestinal infections where other antibiotics may not be as effective.
📚References
Information from MedlinePlus.gov (NIH).
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