Antimicrobial agents


Antimicrobial agents are a vital subcategory within the pharmaceutical industry, specifically developed to combat microbial infections. These agents, also known as antibiotics, play a crucial role in treating various types of bacterial, fungal, viral, and protozoal infections.

Antimicrobial agents act by inhibiting the growth or killing the microorganisms responsible for infections. They target specific cellular components or processes within the microbes, disrupting their vital functions and preventing their proliferation. These agents can be further classified based on their mechanism of action, such as bactericidal (kills bacteria) or bacteriostatic (inhibits bacterial growth).

The development of new antimicrobial agents is a continuous process due to the increasing threat of drug resistance. Pharmaceutical companies invest significant resources in research and development to discover and design novel compounds with improved efficacy and reduced side effects.

Several types of antimicrobial agents are available, including beta-lactams, macrolides, fluoroquinolones, aminoglycosides, and tetracyclines. Each class exhibits a distinct mode of action, making them suitable for treating specific types of infections. Additionally, combination therapies involving multiple antimicrobial agents are often employed to enhance effectiveness and combat resistance.

Antimicrobial agents are utilized not only in human medicine but also in veterinary and agricultural sectors to maintain the health and well-being of animals and plants. Strict regulations and quality control measures are in place to ensure the safety and efficacy of these pharmaceutical APIs.

In conclusion, antimicrobial agents are a crucial subcategory of pharmaceutical APIs that play a pivotal role in fighting microbial infections. Continuous research and development efforts are necessary to combat emerging drug resistance and ensure the availability of effective treatments for various infections.

NameCAS numberCategoryAmount of suppliersAPI market price
Amylmetacresol1300-94-3Antimicrobial agentsView 4 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Colloidal Silver Solution9007-35-6Antimicrobial agentsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Dibrompropamidine Isetionate614-87-9Antimicrobial agentsView 2 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Gentian Violet14426-25-6Antimicrobial agentsView 3 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Hexamidine diisetionateAntimicrobial agentsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Hexetidine141-94-6Antimicrobial agentsView 3 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Hydroxychloroquine118-42-3Antimicrobial agentsView 18 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Iodine povacrylexAntimicrobial agentsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Metallic Silver Powder7440-22-4Antimicrobial agentsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Metronidazole443-48-1Antimicrobial agentsView 37 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Nifuratel4936-47-4Antimicrobial agentsView 2 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Nifuroxazide965-52-6Antimicrobial agentsView 7 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Picloxydine dihydrochloride19803-62-4Antimicrobial agentsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Propamidine Isetionate140-63-6Antimicrobial agentsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Silver Chloride7783-90-6Antimicrobial agentsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Silver Citrate126-45-4Antimicrobial agentsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Silver Copper Zeolite130328-19-7Antimicrobial agentsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Silver Lactate Solution128-00-7Antimicrobial agentsView 0 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Silver Protein Acetyltannate9008-42-8Antimicrobial agentsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Silver Protein Acetyltannate with Borax8002-27-5Antimicrobial agentsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Silver Proteinate9008-42-8Antimicrobial agentsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Silver Sulfate10294-26-5Antimicrobial agentsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Silver Vitellinate9015-51-4Antimicrobial agentsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Silver Zeolite130328-18-6Antimicrobial agentsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Silver sulfadiazine22199-08-2Antimicrobial agentsView 19 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Tinidazole19387-91-8Antimicrobial agentsView 9 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Vinblastine865-21-4Antimicrobial agentsView 8 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Vincristine57-22-7Antimicrobial agentsView 9 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Vindesine53643-48-4Antimicrobial agentsView 3 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Vinorelbine71486-22-1Antimicrobial agentsView 13 Suppliers Average price per kg: $