Rubradirin B is a compound with a spectrum of antibacterial activity is similar to that of rubradirin, but the antibiotic is less active.
Uses
Rubradirin B is an antibiotic, which inhibits a variety of Gram-positive bacteria and Haemophilus influenza. Rubradirin B affects the ribosome functions[1].
References
[1] Reusser F. Inhibition of ribosomal and RNA polymerase functions by rubradirin and its aglycone. J Antibiot (Tokyo). 1979 Nov;32(11):1186-92. DOI:10.7164/antibiotics.32.1186