Antibiotic
viomycin
Subclass of:
Cyclic Peptides
Definitions related to viomycin:
  • A cyclic polypeptide isolated from Streptomyces puniceus that is used to treat tuberculosis. Viomycin acts by blocking bacterial ribosomal translocation.
    NCI
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
  • A strongly basic peptide, antibiotic complex from several strains of Streptomyces. It is allergenic and toxic to kidneys and the labyrinth. Viomycin is used in tuberculosis as several different salts and in combination with other agents.
    NLM Medical Subject Headings
    U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2025
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