Compound ID | 1992
Synonym(s): Propacin
Class: Phenicol
| Agent Type: | Synthetic; Small molecule; Direct acting; |
| Spectrum of activity: | Gram-positive & Gram-negative |
| Mechanism of action: | Protein synthesis inhibitor. Binds to the 23S rRNA of the bacterial 50S ribosomal subunit to inhibit peptidyl transferase activity, thus preventing protein chain elongation |
| Description: | Synthetic derivative of chloramphenicol |
| Year first mentioned: | 1959 |
| Highest development stage: | Approved |
| Development status: | Approved |
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| PubChem link: | https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/27200 |
| Guide to Pharmacology: | thiamphenicol |
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