ATC code D06 - Revision history

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	* '''D06AA: Tetracyclines'''		* '''D06AA: Tetracyclines'''
	* [[Tetracycline]]		* [[Tetracycline]]
	* [[Oxytetracycline]]		* [[Oxytetracycline]]

	* '''D06AX: Other antibiotics'''		* '''D06AX: Other antibiotics'''
	* [[Mupirocin]]		* [[Mupirocin]]
	* [[Fusidic acid]]		* [[Fusidic acid]]

	=== D06B: Chemotherapeutics for topical use ===		=== D06B: Chemotherapeutics for topical use ===
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	* '''D06BA: Sulfonamides'''		* '''D06BA: Sulfonamides'''
	* [[Silver sulfadiazine]]		* [[Silver sulfadiazine]]

	* '''D06BB: Antivirals'''		* '''D06BB: Antivirals'''
	* [[Acyclovir]]		* [[Acyclovir]]

	* '''D06BX: Other chemotherapeutics'''		* '''D06BX: Other chemotherapeutics'''
	* [[Metronidazole]]		* [[Metronidazole]]

	== Mechanism of Action ==		== Mechanism of Action ==

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 '''ATC code D06''' is a therapeutic subgroup of the [[Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification System|ATC classification system]], which is used for the classification of drugs. This subgroup is part of the larger group D, which pertains to [[Dermatologicals]]. Specifically, D06 is designated for '''antibiotics and chemotherapeutics for dermatological use'''.
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			== Introduction ==
			'''ATC code D06''' is a therapeutic subgroup of the [[Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification System\|ATC classification system]], which is used for the classification of drugs. This subgroup is part of the larger group D, which pertains to [[Dermatologicals]]. Specifically, D06 is designated for '''antibiotics and chemotherapeutics for dermatological use'''.

			== Classification ==
			The ATC code D06 is further divided into subcategories based on the type of antibiotic or chemotherapeutic agent. These subcategories include:

			=== D06A: Antibiotics for topical use ===
			This category includes antibiotics that are applied directly to the skin to treat infections. Common agents in this category include:

			* '''D06AA: Tetracyclines'''
			* [[Tetracycline]]
			* [[Oxytetracycline]]

			* '''D06AX: Other antibiotics'''
			* [[Mupirocin]]
			* [[Fusidic acid]]

			=== D06B: Chemotherapeutics for topical use ===
			This category includes non-antibiotic chemotherapeutic agents used for skin conditions. It is further divided into:

			* '''D06BA: Sulfonamides'''
			* [[Silver sulfadiazine]]

			* '''D06BB: Antivirals'''
			* [[Acyclovir]]

			* '''D06BX: Other chemotherapeutics'''
			* [[Metronidazole]]

			== Mechanism of Action ==
			The drugs in the D06 category work through various mechanisms depending on their class:

			* '''Antibiotics''' such as tetracyclines inhibit bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 30S ribosomal subunit, preventing the addition of amino acids to the growing peptide chain.
			* '''Mupirocin''' inhibits bacterial isoleucyl-tRNA synthetase, leading to the inhibition of protein synthesis.
			* '''Fusidic acid''' interferes with bacterial protein synthesis by inhibiting the translocation of elongation factor G (EF-G) from the ribosome.
			* '''Silver sulfadiazine''' acts by releasing silver ions, which have broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity.
			* '''Acyclovir''' is an antiviral that inhibits viral DNA polymerase, thus preventing viral DNA replication.
			* '''Metronidazole''' is an antimicrobial and antiprotozoal agent that works by disrupting the DNA of microbial cells.

			== Indications ==
			Drugs in the D06 category are indicated for the treatment of various skin infections and conditions, including:

			* Bacterial skin infections such as impetigo, folliculitis, and infected eczema.
			* Viral skin infections like herpes simplex.
			* Fungal infections and mixed infections where a broad-spectrum agent is required.

			== Side Effects ==
			Common side effects of topical antibiotics and chemotherapeutics include:

			* Local irritation, redness, and itching at the site of application.
			* Allergic reactions, which may manifest as contact dermatitis.
			* Systemic absorption leading to systemic side effects is rare but possible, especially with extensive application or use on broken skin.

			== Contraindications ==
			Contraindications for the use of D06 drugs include:

			* Known hypersensitivity to the active ingredient or any of the excipients.
			* Use in patients with a history of allergic reactions to similar compounds.

			== Conclusion ==
			ATC code D06 encompasses a range of topical antibiotics and chemotherapeutic agents used primarily for dermatological applications. These agents are crucial in the management of skin infections and conditions, providing targeted therapy with minimal systemic effects.

			== References ==
			* [https://www.whocc.no/atc_ddd_index/ ATC/DDD Index 2023]
			* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC/ National Center for Biotechnology Information]

			== See Also ==
			* [[ATC code D]]
			* [[Dermatologicals]]
			* [[Antibiotics]]
			* [[Chemotherapeutics]]

			{{ATC code D}}
			[[Category:ATC codes]]
			[[Category:Dermatologic drugs]]
			[[Category:Antibiotics]]
			[[Category:Chemotherapeutic agents]]
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{{ATC codes lead|D|06|Antibiotics and chemotherapeutics for dermatological use|vet=add}}

=={{anchor|D06A}}D06A Antibiotics for topical use==
==={{anchor|D06AA}}D06AA [[Tetracycline]] and derivatives===
:D06AA01 [[Demeclocycline]]
:D06AA02 [[Chlortetracycline]]
:D06AA03 [[Oxytetracycline]]
:D06AA04 [[Tetracycline]]
:QD06AA52 Chlortetracycline, combinations
:QD06AA53 Oxytetracycline, combinations
:QD06AA54 Tetracycline, combinations

==={{anchor|D06AX}}D06AX Other antibiotics for topical use===
:D06AX01 [[Fusidic acid]]
:D06AX02 [[Chloramphenicol]]
:D06AX04 [[Neomycin]]
:D06AX05 [[Bacitracin]]
:D06AX07 [[Gentamicin]]
:D06AX08 [[Tyrothricin]]
:D06AX09 [[Mupirocin]]
:D06AX10 [[Virginiamycin]]
:D06AX11 [[Rifaximin]]
:D06AX12 [[Amikacin]]
:D06AX13 [[Retapamulin]]
:D06AX14 [[Ozenoxacin]]
:QD06AX99 Other antibiotics for topical use, combinations

=={{anchor|D06B}}D06B Chemotherapeutics for topical use==
==={{anchor|D06BA}}D06BA [[Sulfonamide (medicine)|Sulfonamides]]===
:D06BA01 [[Silver sulfadiazine]]
:D06BA02 [[Sulfathiazole]]
:D06BA03 [[Mafenide]]
:D06BA04 [[Sulfamethizole]]
:D06BA05 [[Sulfanilamide]]
:D06BA06 [[Sulfamerazine]]
:QD06BA30 Combinations of chemotherapeutics for topical use
:D06BA51 Silver sulfadiazine, combinations
:QD06BA53 Mafenide, combinations
:QD06BA90 [[Formosulfathiazole]]
:QD06BA99 Sulfonamides, combinations

==={{anchor|D06BB}}D06BB [[Antiviral drug|Antivirals]]===
:D06BB01 [[Idoxuridine]]
:D06BB02 [[Tromantadine]]
:D06BB03 [[Aciclovir]]
:D06BB04 [[Podophyllotoxin]]
:D06BB05 [[Inosine]]
:D06BB06 [[Penciclovir]]
:D06BB07 [[Lysozyme]]
:D06BB08 [[Ibacitabine]]
:D06BB09 [[Edoxudine]]
:D06BB10 [[Imiquimod]]
:D06BB11 [[Docosanol]]
:D06BB12 [[Sinecatechins]]
:D06BB53 Aciclovir, combinations

==={{anchor|D06BX}}D06BX Other chemotherapeutics===
:D06BX01 [[Metronidazole]]
:D06BX02 [[Ingenol mebutate]]

=={{anchor|D06C}}D06C Antibiotics and chemotherapeutics, combinations==

:''Empty group''
==References==
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