How do macrolide antibiotics work? A Deep Dive into Their Mechanism of Action
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In 2022, azithromycin, a prominent macrolide, was one of the most prescribed antibiotics in the United States, with 34.9 million prescriptions [1.8.1]. Understanding **how do macrolide antibiotics work** is key to appreciating their role in treating numerous bacterial infections by halting bacterial growth and spread [1.4.1].
