Therapeutic Peptides Expanded 2 intermediate
Lefamulin: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Lefamulin, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
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Overview
Lefamulin is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Lefamulin |
| Sequence | Semi-synthetic pleuromutilin antibiotic with optimized side chain |
| Length | Small molecule (pleuromutilin class) |
| Molecular Weight | ~566 Da |
| Category | Anti-Infective / Pleuromutilin |
Mechanism of Action
Binds 50S ribosomal subunit peptidyl transferase center (PTC), inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis; retains activity against macrolide- and fluoroquinolone-resistant pathogens
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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