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amoxicillin or moxifloxacin

Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Amoxicillin inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins.

Amoxicillin inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins. Used for Uncomplicated urinary tract infections, Acute bacterial otitis media, Community-acquired pneumonia.

At a glance

Generic nameamoxicillin or moxifloxacin
SponsorCentre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice
Drug classPenicillin antibiotic
TargetPenicillin-binding proteins
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaInfectious diseases
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

This results in the disruption of the bacterial cell wall, ultimately leading to cell lysis and death. Amoxicillin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, effective against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.

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