As a derivative of rifamycin,rifalazil has a potential effect against Mycobacterium,which provides an alternative for curing the infections caused by multidrug-resistant Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

Synthesis and antiarrhythmic activity of azimilide analogues

Clinically, azimilide is used in the chemical cardioversion and prevention of recurrence of atrial flutter, atrial fibrillation and supraventricular tachycardia as well as for the maintenance of sinus rhythm after.