Fidaxomicin

Generic Name
Fidaxomicin
Brand Names
Dificid, Dificlir
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C52H74Cl2O18
CAS Number
873857-62-6
Unique Ingredient Identifier
Z5N076G8YQ
Background

Fidaxomicin is a novel macrolide antibiotic used in the treatment of diarrhea caused by Clostridioides (formerly Clostridium) difficile in adult and pediatric patients over the age of 6 months. Fidaxomicin is a naturally-occurring 18-member macrocycle derived from fermentation. Because fidaxomicin contains an 18-membered lactone ring in its structure, it is ...

Indication

用于治疗艰难梭菌(又名难辨梭状芽孢杆菌)感染相关性腹泻。

Associated Conditions
Clostridium Difficile Associated Diarrhea (CDAD)
Associated Therapies
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