Cycloserine

Chemical Structure / Formula of Cycloserine

  • Formula: C₃H₆N₂O₂
  • Structure: A D-alanine analog.

Cycloserine

Mechanism of Action

  • Inhibits D-alanine racemase and D-Ala-D-Ala ligase, disrupting peptidoglycan synthesis.

Uses of Cycloserine

  • Second-line for MDR-TB.

Side Effects

  • Neurotoxicity (psychosis, seizures, depression).

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