Inhibits bacterial mucopeptide synthesis.Vancomycin hydrochloride is used as an antiviral and anti bacterial. binds to bacterial cell wall. It exhibits potent activity against Gram positive bacteria and is highly effective against MRSA.
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General Description
- Vancomycin hydrochloride is a glycopeptide antibiotic that prevents cell wall synthesis
- Originally obtained from the bacterial strain Streptomyces Orientalis
- Vancomycin binds to D-alanyl-D-alanine motifs in cell wall precursors and leads to cell death
- It is active against some penicillin-resistant bacteria
Application
- Vancomycin hydrochloride is intended for use in the research of infections and for antibiotic resistance testing