Peptide Drugs intermediate
Daptomycin: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Cyclic lipopeptide antibiotic disrupting bacterial membrane potential for serious infections. This peptide or oligopeptide is studied for its biological acti...
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lipopeptide antibiotic gram-positive
Overview
Cyclic lipopeptide antibiotic disrupting bacterial membrane potential for serious infections.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Daptomycin |
Mechanism of Action
Calcium-dependent insertion into bacterial membranes causes depolarization and cell death.
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Daptomycin |
| Category | Peptide Drugs |
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