Avilamycin, 500 mg

Avilamycin is a chemically defined substance, identified as an antibiotic belonging to the aminoglycoside family. Its molecular formula is C₃₆H₇₁N₁₁O₁₅, with a molecular weight of approximately 833.0 g/mol. This compound exhibits a unique structure characterized by a cyclic hexapeptide core attached to a deoxysugar moiety. Avilamycin demonstrates potent activity against Gram-positive bacteria, making it useful in various pharmaceutical and agricultural applications. This particular offering is supplied in a pure form at 500 mg per unit, distinguishing it from other listings of the same compound. Additionally, avilamycin has been found to exhibit strong binding affinity towards certain bacterial ribosomes, inhibiting protein synthesis and leading to bacterial cell death.

• CAS Number: 11051-71-1