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Brand Name :
Synonyms :
iclaprim
Class :
Antibiotics, Other
Indicated for Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin Structure Infections :
Pending FDA approval
Actions and Spectrum:
Iclaprim is a bactericidal antibiotic drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as diaminopyrimidines. It works by inhibiting bacterial DNA synthesis, leading to cell death.
Iclaprim has a broad spectrum of activity, covering a range of gram-positive bacteria including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). It is used to treat skin and skin structure infections, as well as acute bacterial osteomyelitis.
Patient information leaflet
Generic Name: iclaprim
Why do we use iclaprim?
iclaprim is a novel antibiotic drug that is used to treat serious bacterial infections. It is a newer generation antibiotic that is effective against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and other multi-drug resistant bacteria. The use of Iclaprim can help to address the growing problem of antibiotic resistance and provides a new option for treating difficult-to-treat infections.