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Thalocid (phthalylsulfacetamide)

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Thalocid (generic name: phthalylsulfacetamide) is a drug. It is currently in unknown development.

Thalocid works by inhibiting bacterial growth and replication.

Thalocid is a small molecule with the synonyms NSC-163977, Phthalylsulfacetamide, and Phthalylsulphacetamide.

At a glance

Generic namephthalylsulfacetamide
Therapeutic areaInfectious Disease
Phaseunknown

Mechanism of action

Imagine your body is a garden, and bacteria are weeds. Thalocid is like a weed killer that stops the weeds from growing and spreading. It does this by interfering with the bacteria's ability to make copies of themselves, ultimately helping to clear up infections.

Approved indications

No approved indications tracked.

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

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Frequently asked questions about Thalocid

What is Thalocid?

Thalocid (phthalylsulfacetamide) is a pharmaceutical drug.

How does Thalocid work?

Thalocid works by inhibiting bacterial growth and replication.

What is the generic name of Thalocid?

phthalylsulfacetamide is the generic (nonproprietary) name of Thalocid.

What development phase is Thalocid in?

Thalocid is in unknown.

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