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para-aminosalicylic acid
GRANUPAS (PREVIOUSLY PARA-AMINOSALICYLIC ACID LUCANE)
para-aminosalicylic acid (GRANUPAS (PREVIOUSLY PARA-AMINOSALICYLIC ACID LUCANE)) is a dihydrofolate reductase inhibitor.
EMA: withdrawn Antiinfectives for systemic use (J04) J04AA01
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Drug details — para-aminosalicylic acid
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- Antiinfectives for systemic use (J04)
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Quick answer
para-aminosalicylic acid (GRANUPAS (PREVIOUSLY PARA-AMINOSALICYLIC ACID LUCANE)) is a dihydrofolate reductase inhibitor.
Key facts
INN para-aminosalicylic acid
Brand GRANUPAS (PREVIOUSLY PARA-AMINOSALICYLIC ACID LUCANE)
Mechanism Dihydrofolate reductase inhibitor
Target Dihydrofolate reductase
Therapeutic class Antiinfectives for systemic use (J04)
ATC code J04AA01
Mechanism of action
Dihydrofolate reductase inhibitor
Primary target: Dihydrofolate reductase
Approval history
| Authority | Status | Date |
|---|---|---|
| EMA | withdrawn | — |
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Frequently asked questions
What is para-aminosalicylic acid?
para-aminosalicylic acid (GRANUPAS (PREVIOUSLY PARA-AMINOSALICYLIC ACID LUCANE)) is a dihydrofolate reductase inhibitor.
What is the brand name for para-aminosalicylic acid?
GRANUPAS (PREVIOUSLY PARA-AMINOSALICYLIC ACID LUCANE) is a marketed brand name for para-aminosalicylic acid. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.