Nogalamycin
Nogalamycin (pronunciation: no-ga-la-my-cin) is a type of antibiotic that belongs to the anthracycline family. It is derived from Streptomyces nogalater, a strain of bacteria.
Etymology
The term "Nogalamycin" is derived from the name of the bacteria Streptomyces nogalater from which it is produced. The suffix "-mycin" is commonly used in the naming of antibiotics, indicating its bacterial origin.
Pharmacology
Nogalamycin is known for its antitumor properties. It works by intercalating into the DNA of the tumor cells, disrupting their replication process and leading to cell death. This makes it a useful agent in the treatment of various types of cancer.
Related Terms
- Anthracycline: A class of drugs that are used to treat many types of cancer. Nogalamycin is a type of anthracycline.
- Antibiotic: A type of drug used to treat infections caused by bacteria. Nogalamycin is an antibiotic.
- Antitumor: Refers to a substance that prevents the growth of a tumor or kills tumor cells. Nogalamycin has antitumor properties.
- Cancer: A group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells. Nogalamycin is used in the treatment of cancer.
- DNA: The molecule that carries genetic information in all living organisms. Nogalamycin works by intercalating into the DNA of tumor cells.
- Streptomyces nogalater: A strain of bacteria from which nogalamycin is derived.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nogalamycin
- Wikipedia's article - Nogalamycin
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