Sulfisoxazole
- BP-S-6-Medicinal Chemistry III
- Apr 3
- 1 min read
Chemical Structure / Formula of Sulfisoxazole
Formula: C11H13N3O3S
Structure: Isoxazole-containing sulfonamide.
Mechanism of Action
Inhibits folic acid synthesis by competing with para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA) for dihydropteroate synthase.
Uses
UTIs, otitis media (often in combination with erythromycin).
Side Effects
GI upset, allergic reactions, crystalluria.
