Compound ID | 1970
Synonym(s): Fumigacin
Class: Fusidane
| Agent Type: | Natural product; Small molecule; Direct acting; |
| Spectrum of activity: | Gram-positive |
| Mechanism of action: | Protein synthesis inhibitor. Inhibits the function of elongation factor G (EF-G); EF-G inhibitor |
| Target Pathogen: | Bacteriostatic activity against Gram-positive bacteria |
| Description: | Natural product produced by Aspergillus and other fungi |
| Year first mentioned: | 1943 |
| Development status: | Experimental |
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| PubChem link: | https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Helvolic-acid |
| Guide to Pharmacology: | helvolic acid |
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