<unk>  is a semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic. It is used to treat respiratory tract, urinary and soft tissue infections.<unk>  is derived from erythromycin, containing the same 14-membered lactone ring. However, an N-oxime side chain is attached to the lactone ring. It is also currently undergoing clinical trials for the treatment of male-pattern hair loss. It was patented in 1980 and approved for medical use in 1987.<unk>  is available under several brandnames.<unk>  is not available in the United States.<unk>  is available in Australia, France, Germany, Israel, South Korea and New Zealand.<unk>  has also been tested to possess antimalarial activity.
Roxithromycin
Azithromycin
Dirithromycin
Telithromycin
Levofloxacin
Gemifloxacin
Moxifloxacin
Tedizolid