Antimicrobial Peptides intermediate
Polymyxin E1
polymyxin-E1 is a peptide antibiotic produced by bacteria with antimicrobial activity used in clinical and agricultural applications.
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polymyxin-E1 peptide antibiotic antimicrobial-peptides
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Peptide Name | polymyxin-E1 |
| Type | Peptide antibiotic |
| Source | Bacteria |
| Molecular Weight | 1258 Da |
Description
polymyxin-E1 is a peptide antibiotic produced by bacteria with antimicrobial activity used in clinical and agricultural applications.
Biological Function
This peptide antibiotic plays important roles in:
- Physiological regulation
- Therapeutic potential
- Research applications
Research Significance
polymyxin-E1 has been studied extensively for its:
- Mechanism of action
- Structure-activity relationships
- Clinical applications
- Drug development potential
References
- Encyclopeptide Database. “polymyxin-E1” monograph. encyclopeptide.com.
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