ATC code J

ATC code J is a section of the Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification System (ATC), which is used for the classification of drugs and other medical products. The ATC system is controlled by the World Health Organization (WHO) and is widely used internationally for drug classification.

Structure of ATC code J

The ATC code J is part of the broader ATC classification system and is specifically designated for anti-infective agents for systemic use. This category includes a variety of drugs that are used to treat infections caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other pathogens.

Subgroups

The ATC code J is divided into several subgroups, each representing a different class of anti-infective agents. These subgroups include:

• ATC code J01 - Antibacterials for systemic use
• ATC code J02 - Antimycotics for systemic use
• ATC code J04 - Antimycobacterials
• ATC code J05 - Antivirals for systemic use
• ATC code J06 - Immune sera and immunoglobulins
• ATC code J07 - Vaccines

ATC code J01: Antibacterials for systemic use

This subgroup includes drugs that are used to treat bacterial infections. It is further divided into several classes based on the type of antibacterial agent, such as penicillins, cephalosporins, macrolides, and others.

ATC code J02: Antimycotics for systemic use

This subgroup includes drugs that are used to treat fungal infections. Examples include azole antifungals and echinocandins.

ATC code J04: Antimycobacterials

This subgroup includes drugs that are used to treat infections caused by mycobacteria, such as tuberculosis and leprosy. Examples include rifamycins and isoniazid.

ATC code J05: Antivirals for systemic use

This subgroup includes drugs that are used to treat viral infections. Examples include nucleoside analogues, protease inhibitors, and integrase inhibitors.

ATC code J06: Immune sera and immunoglobulins

This subgroup includes products that are used to provide passive immunity against infections. Examples include immune globulin and antitoxins.

ATC code J07: Vaccines

This subgroup includes vaccines that are used to provide active immunity against various infectious diseases. Examples include measles vaccine, influenza vaccine, and hepatitis B vaccine.

See also

• Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification System
• World Health Organization
• Drug classification

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