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Rifapentine (RPT)

Walter K. Kraft · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Rifapentine inhibits bacterial RNA polymerase, preventing transcription and killing or stopping the growth of mycobacteria.

Rifapentine inhibits bacterial RNA polymerase, preventing transcription and killing or stopping the growth of mycobacteria. Used for Tuberculosis (TB), including drug-susceptible and latent TB infection, Pulmonary tuberculosis as part of combination therapy.

At a glance

Generic nameRifapentine (RPT)
Also known asPriftin, Rifamycin
SponsorWalter K. Kraft
Drug classRifamycin antibiotic
TargetBacterial RNA polymerase
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaInfectious Disease
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Rifapentine is a rifamycin antibiotic that binds to the bacterial RNA polymerase enzyme and blocks RNA synthesis in mycobacteria. It has a longer half-life than rifampicin, allowing for less frequent dosing. It is bactericidal against Mycobacterium tuberculosis and is used as part of combination therapy for tuberculosis.

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