Therapeutic Peptides Expanded 2 intermediate
Nafithromycin: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Nafithromycin, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
therapeutic-peptides-expanded-2 peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Nafithromycin is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Nafithromycin |
| Sequence | Novel ketolide antibiotic (11,12-carbamate ketolide) |
| Length | Small molecule (ketolide/macrolide class) |
| Molecular Weight | ~767 Da |
| Category | Anti-Infective / Ketolide |
Mechanism of Action
Binds 50S ribosomal subunit at two sites (domains II and V); overcomes erm-mediated macrolide resistance; enhanced lung tissue penetration
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
Test Your Knowledge
Reinforce what you learned about Nafithromycin: Oligopeptide Research Reference with interactive quizzes on Wikipept.
Take a Quiz on Wikipept