👉 Mercaptides is a type of antibiotic that belongs to the family of sulphonamides. It is also known as 2-methyl-4-oxo-3,5-dihydroquinoline and its chemical formula is C17H16NO2. Mercaptides are used in various treatments for bacterial infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis, urinary tract infections (UTIs), and infections of the skin. They work by inhibiting the growth of bacteria through their
