Why Does the Structure of Gramicidin, Shown Below, Only Allow

question 58

Multiple Choice

Why does the structure of gramicidin, shown below, only allow topical use as an antibiotic?

• A) synthesis of nucleic acid
• B) synthesis of cell wall
• C) beta lactam rings
• D) DNA synthesis
• E) It creates channels in cell membranes.

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