Troleandomycin, 5 mg

Troleandomycin is supplied with defined handling requirements for laboratory use. It is an antibiotic belonging to the aminoglycoside class, with a molecular formula of C₂₈H₅₅N₅O₁₂ and a molecular weight of 647.8 g/mol. This compound is characterized by its complex structure featuring multiple sugar rings and nitrogen atoms. Troleandomycin exhibits potent activity against various gram-positive bacteria, particularly Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It is available in a purified form, specifically as 5 mg crystals, making it suitable for precise dosing in research settings. Additionally, troleandomycin demonstrates strong binding affinity to bacterial ribosomes, inhibiting protein synthesis and leading to bacterial cell death.

• CAS Number: 2751-09-9