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V-Max, Stafac
Streptogramin antibiotic that inhibits bacterial protein synthesis. Consists of two synergistic components (virginiamycin M1 and S1) that bind to the 50S ribosomal subunit.
Feed additive use only. Used for growth promotion and prevention of liver abscesses in feedlot cattle. Cross-resistance with quinupristin-dalfopristin has raised public health concerns.
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