Nitrofurantoin has a unique mode of action in that it does not require growth or active metabolism to exert its effect. In vitro, it acts as a mutagen by
This group comprises antibacterials with various modes of action not classified in the preceding groups. Nitrofurantoin in combination with phenazopyridine is
Nitrofurantoin is bactericidal in urine at therapeutic doses. The broad-based nature of this mode of action mayexplain the lack of acquired bacterial
Its presumed mode of action is based upon its interference with several bacterial enzyme systems. Nitrofurantoin is active against Gram-positive and Gram
Nitrofurantoin has a unique mode of action in that it does not require growth or active metabolism to exert its effect. In vitro, it acts as a mutagen by
ATC code: J01XE01. Pharmacology: Mode of Action: Nitrofurantoin (Macrodantin) is an in vitro antibacterial agent for most Gram-positive and Gram-negative
Nitrofurantoin has a unique mode of action in that it does not require growth or active metabolism to exert its effect.
Title: Biophysical studies of the mode of action of nitrofurantoin on bacterial cells and DNA. Researcher: Mukhopadhyay, Ujjal Kumar.
ATC code: J01XE01. Pharmacology: Mode of Action: Nitrofurantoin (Macrodantin) is an in vitro antibacterial agent for most Gram-positive and Gram-negative
Dark mode
Dark mode
Dark mode
Dark mode