Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2007
Source Publication
Mini-Reviews in Organic Chemistry
Abstract
The streptogramin A antibiotics have proven to be highly active against Gram positive bacteria, particularly methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. Members of this group of compounds are characterized by a 23-membered macrocycles containing polyene, oxazole, amide and ester functionality. The chemistry and biology of these valuable antimicrobial agents is covered.
Comments
Post-print. Mini-Reviews in Organic Chemistry, Volume 4, No. 2 (2007), DOI: 10.2174/157019307780599315. Used with permission.