Ethionamide

Generic Name
Ethionamide
Brand Names
Trecator
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C8H10N2S
CAS Number
536-33-4
Unique Ingredient Identifier
OAY8ORS3CQ
Background

A second-line antitubercular agent that inhibits mycolic acid synthesis. It also may be used for treatment of leprosy. (From Smith and Reynard, Textbook of Pharmacology, 1992, p868)

Indication

For use in the treatment of pulmonary and extrapulmonary tuberculosis when other antitubercular drugs have failed.

Associated Conditions
Active Tuberculosis
Associated Therapies
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