Compound ID | 3485
Synonym(s): (R,R)-tetrahydrochrysene
Class: Small molecule antibacterial agent
| Agent Type: | Synthetic; Small molecule; Direct acting; |
| Spectrum of activity: | Gram-positive |
| Mechanism of action: | Protein synthesis inhibitor. Elongation factor (EF-Tu) inhibitor |
| Target Pathogen: | Active against methicillin and mupirocin-resistant and -susceptible Staphylococcus aureus |
| Description: | Synthetic compound from the LOPAC-1280 (Library of Pharmacologically Active Compounds) chemical library; repurposed estrogen receptor ligand; shows toxicity when administered systemically |
| Year first mentioned: | 2024 |
| Development status: | Experimental |
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| Citation: | https://journals.asm.org/doi/10.1128/aem.02046-24 |