POLYMYXINS
\pˌɒlɪmˈɪksɪnz], \pˌɒlɪmˈɪksɪnz], \p_ˌɒ_l_ɪ_m_ˈɪ_k_s_ɪ_n_z]\
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Basic polypeptide antibiotic group obtained from Bacillus polymyxa. They affect the cell membrane by detergent action and may cause neuromuscular and kidney damage. At least eleven different members of the polymyxin group have been identified, each designated by a letter.
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