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Dirithromycin

Generic Name
Dirithromycin
Brand Names
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Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C42H78N2O14
CAS Number
62013-04-1
Unique Ingredient Identifier
1801D76STL
Background

Dirithromycin is a macrolide glycopeptide antibiotic used to treat many different types of bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, tonsillitis, and even skin infections.

Indication

For the treatment of the following mild-to-moderate infections caused by susceptible strains of microorganisms: acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic bronchitis, secondary bacterial infection of acute bronchitis, community-acquired pneumonia, pharyngitis/tonsilitis, and uncomplicated skin and skin structure infections.

Associated Conditions
Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis (AECB), Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP), Lower Respiratory Tract Infection (LRTI), Pharyngitis, Secondary Infection, Skin and Soft Tissue Infections (SSTIs), Tonsillitis, Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Associated Therapies
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