Peptide Drugs intermediate
Colistin: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Cyclic lipopeptide Polymyxin E for extensively drug-resistant gram-negative infections. This peptide or oligopeptide is studied for its biological activity, ...
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Overview
Cyclic lipopeptide Polymyxin E for extensively drug-resistant gram-negative infections.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Colistin |
Mechanism of Action
Last-resort antibiotic for carbapenem-resistant gram-negative bacterial infections.
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Colistin |
| Category | Peptide Drugs |
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