Not available outside of the UK & Ireland.
Application
Capreomycin is used to study bacterial ribosomal subunit interactions and translocation processes during protein synthesis. It is a second line antibiotic and is used to study multidrug-resistant tuberculosis.
Biochem/physiol Actions
Capreomycin is a cyclic peptide antibiotic that is often grouped with aminoglycosides. It binds across the ribosomal interface involving 23S rRNA helix 69 (H69) and 16S rRNA helix 44 (h44).
Other Notes
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Packaging
1, 5 g in glass bottle
Preparation Note
Sparingly soluble in water.
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