Rifampicin, a rifamycin, is active against mycobacteria. Rifamycin, is also an inhibitor of chloroplast RNA polymerase and may be used to study chloroplast-level DNA transcription in plants.
Biochem/physiol Actions
Mode of Action: Inhibits initiation of RNA synthesis by binding to β-subunit of RNA polymerase.
Inhibits the assembly of DNA and protein into mature virus particles.
General description
Chemical structure: macrolide
Other Notes
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.Product is sensitive to light and moisture. Store under inert gas.