Compound ID | 1856
Synonym(s): kanamycin B | nebramycin V
Class: Aminoglycoside
| Agent Type: | Natural product; Small molecule; Direct acting; |
| Spectrum of activity: | Gram-positive & Gram-negative |
| Mechanism of action: | Protein synthesis inhibitor. Binds to the bacterial 30S ribosomal subunit |
| Target Pathogen: | Active against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria |
| Description: | Streptomyces natural product. Used for topical application |
| Year first mentioned: | 1969 |
| Highest development stage: | Approved |
| Development status: | Approved |
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| PubChem link: | https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/439318 |
| Guide to Pharmacology: | bekanamycin |
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