Which of the following is a second-line antitubercular agent that works by inhibiting the mycobacterial ATP synthase enzyme?
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Correct answer: Bedaquiline
Bedaquiline is a newer diarylquinoline drug specifically used for multi-drug resistant TB (MDR-TB). It targets the c-subunit of ATP synthase, depleting the energy reserves of the mycobacteria.
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