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Fosfomycun-trometamol

University Hospital, Rouen · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Fosfomycin trometamol is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by blocking peptidoglycan cross-linking.

Fosfomycin trometamol is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by blocking peptidoglycan cross-linking. Used for Uncomplicated urinary tract infections (acute cystitis), Bacterial urinary tract infections in women.

At a glance

Generic nameFosfomycun-trometamol
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Rouen
Drug classPhosphonic acid antibiotic
TargetMurA (UDP-N-acetylglucosamine enolpyruvyl transferase)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaInfectious Disease
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Fosfomycin trometamol works by inhibiting the enzyme MurA (UDP-N-acetylglucosamine enolpyruvyl transferase), which is essential for the early stages of bacterial peptidoglycan synthesis. This disruption of cell wall formation leads to bacterial cell death. The trometamol salt formulation enhances oral bioavailability and urinary concentration, making it particularly effective for urinary tract infections.

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