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Bacterial Cell Wall Synthesis Inhibitors

Overview
  • Recall that most classes of bacteria possess a bacterial cell wall which is critical for their proper functioning and growth (See page). Because mammalian cells do not possess a cell wall, pharmacological inhibition of bacterial cell wall synthesis is one of the most important mechanisms for selective targeting of bacterial growth and proliferation.
Drug Classes
  • Beta-lactam Antibiotics
  • Beta-lactamase Inhibitors
  • Vancomycin
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