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Administration of Azithromycin on Day 1

London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Azithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic that inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit.

Azithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic that inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit. Used for Bacterial infections (respiratory tract, skin and soft tissue, sexually transmitted infections), Atypical infections (Mycoplasma, Chlamydia, Legionella).

At a glance

Generic nameAdministration of Azithromycin on Day 1
SponsorLondon School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
Drug classMacrolide antibiotic
TargetBacterial 50S ribosomal subunit
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaInfectious Disease
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Azithromycin binds to the bacterial 50S ribosomal subunit and inhibits transpeptidation and translocation, thereby preventing peptide bond formation and halting protein synthesis. This bacteriostatic action is effective against a broad spectrum of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, as well as atypical organisms. The drug accumulates in tissues and has a long half-life, allowing for convenient dosing schedules.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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