Pretomanid (PA-824) is one of the latest drugs approved for the treatment of tuberculosis. Pharmacological and clinical studies have shown that regiments containing pretomanid have magnificent bactericidal activity and efficacy against drug-sensitive tuberculosis (Ds-TB) and drug-resistant tuberculosis (Dr-TB). It is expected that pretomanid will revolutionize tuberculosis treatment strategies when put into clinical practice. This article reviews the pharmacological characteristics and clinical studies of pretomanid, and summarizes its efficacy and safety.
SONG Lingyun, SUN Feng.
Advances in pretomanid for tuberculosis treatment[J]. Journal of Microbes and Infections. 2023, 18(3): 171-175 https://doi.org/10.3969/j.issn.1673-6184.2023.03.007