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The 29 pages that link to Macrolide, each with the reason it gives.

• Bacterial ribosomeRelated: Many macrolides obstruct the nascent peptide exit tunnel.

• 50S ribosomal subunitRelated: Macrolides bind within the 50S exit tunnel and obstruct protein synthesis.

• MycoplasmaRelated: They are used against susceptible respiratory Mycoplasma, whose lack of a cell wall rules out beta-lactams.

• Bacterial protein synthesisRelated: Macrolides interfere with elongation on bacterial ribosomes.

• Mycoplasma pneumoniaeRelated: Macrolides are commonly used against this bacterium, especially in children.

• Whooping coughRelated: Macrolides are commonly used to treat pertussis and reduce contagiousness.

• Bordetella pertussisRelated: Macrolides are used to treat pertussis and reduce transmission when given early.

• Chlamydia pneumoniaeRelated: Macrolides are among the antibiotics used to treat suspected or confirmed C. pneumoniae respiratory infection.

• NatamycinRelated: Natamycin has a macrolide ring as part of its chemical structure.