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Definition of Ethambutol

1. [n -S]

Medical Definition of Ethambutol

1. An antitubercular agent that inhibits the transfer of mycolic acids into the cell wall of the tubercle bacillus. It may also inhibit the synthesis of spermidine in mycobacteria. The action is usually bactericidal, and the drug can penetrate human cell membranes to exert its lethal effect. Pharmacological action: antitubercular agents. Chemical name: 1-Butanol, 2,2'-(1,2-ethanediyldiimino)bis-, (S-(R*,R*))- (12 Dec 1998)

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Literary usage of Ethambutol

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Tuberculosis Resource Guide by P. Heinsohn (1996)
"If resistance to isoniazid is suspected, ethambutol or streptomycin should be included in ... Secondary drugs include ethambutol, para-aminosalicylic acid, ..."

2. Enforcement Procedures And Scheduling For Occupational Exposure To Tuberculosisby DIANE Publishing Company by DIANE Publishing Company (1996)
"First-line drugs: The most often used anti-TB drugs (ie, lNH, rifampin, pyrazinamide, ethambutol, and streptomycin). ..."

3. Tuberculosis: Costly & Preventable Cases Continue in Five Cities by DIANE Publishing Company (1995)
"'Commonly used antituberculosis drugs include the antibiotics rifampin (RIF), isoniazid (INH), ethambutol, pyrazinamide, and streptomycin. ..."

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