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Kanamycin: Chemical Structure, Mechanism of Action, Use, Side effects, Example

Chemical formula:

  • C18H36N4O11

Structure of Kanamycin
Structure of Kanamycin

Mechanism of action:

  • Binds to the 30S subunit of the bacterial ribosome, inhibiting protein synthesis.

Use:

  • Used in the treatment of a wide variety of bacterial infections, including tuberculosis.

Side effects:

  • Nephrotoxicity, ototoxicity, and neuromuscular blockade.

Example:

  • Kanamycin sulfate is a form of this drug often used in medical settings.

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