Synonyms: Gerox® | NSC-14083 | Strepcen®
streptomycin is an approved drug (FDA (1946))
Compound class:
Synthetic organic
Comment: Streptomycin is an aminoglycoside antibacterial drug. Notably streptomycin was the first antibacterial cure for tuberculosis. As with other aminoglycosides, the most concerning side effects are renal and ear toxicities [2].
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Chlorinated coumarins from the polypore mushroom Fomitopsis officinalis and their activity against Mycobacterium tuberculosis. J Nat Prod, 76 (10): 1916-22. [PMID:24087924] |
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Side effects of aminoglycosides on the kidney, ear and balance in cystic fibrosis. Thorax, 65 (7): 654-8. [PMID:20627927] |