Drug reference
cycloserine
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Drug class
Anti Bacterial (Non Beta-Lactams)
Mechanism of action
Cycloserine works as an antibiotic by inhibiting cell-wall biosynthesis in bacteria. As a cyclic analogue of D-alanine, cycloserine acts against two crucial enzymes important in the cytosolic stages of peptidoglycan synthesis: alanine racemase (Alr) and D-alanine:D-alanine ligase (Ddl).
Common side effects
- Restlessness
- Drowsiness
- Confusion
- Vertigo
- Cardiac arrhythmia
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity Alcohol use Renal dysfunction, severe History of seizure disorder, mental depression, severe anxiety or psychosis
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is cycloserine?
cycloserine belongs to: Anti Bacterial.
How does cycloserine work?
Cycloserine works as an antibiotic by inhibiting cell-wall biosynthesis in bacteria. As a cyclic analogue of D-alanine, cycloserine acts against two crucial enzymes important in the cytosolic stages of peptidoglycan synthesis: alanine racemase (Alr) and D-alanine:D-alanine ligase (Ddl).
What are the common side effects of cycloserine?
Restlessness, Drowsiness, Confusion, Vertigo, Cardiac arrhythmia
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