Capreomycin is an organic compound with the chemical formula C50H88N28O15. Capreomycin belongs to the amino acids, peptides, and analogues, a subclass of carboxylic acids and derivatives within the organic compounds. With an average molecular weight of 1,321 g/mol, Capreomycin is a heavy molecule.
The compound is found in or released from two recorded sources: antennas in electrical and electronic equipment and healthcare, pharmaceuticals and veterinary products, where it is used as a drug for the treatment of tuberculosis. Recorded exposure routes include intravenous and intramuscular administration. In terms of its biological activity, Capreomycin acts as an inhibitor of the protein target 16S/23S rRNA (cytidine-2'-O)-methyltransferase TlyA (tlyA).
Belongs to the class of organic compounds known as oligopeptides. These are organic compounds containing a sequence of between three and ten alpha-amino acids joined by peptide bonds.