Compound ID | 2001
Synonym(s): Rikamycin
Class: Macrolide
| Agent Type: | Semisynthetic; Small molecule; Direct acting; |
| Spectrum of activity: | Gram-positive |
| Mechanism of action: | Protein synthesis inhibitor. Binds to the peptidyl transferase component of the bacterial 50S ribosomal subunit, thus inhibiting peptide bond formation |
| Description: | Semisynthetic 16-membered macrolide |
| Year first mentioned: | 1981 |
| Highest development stage: | Approved |
| Development status: | Approved |
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| PubChem link: | https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/5282211 |
| Guide to Pharmacology: | rokitamycin |
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