摘要 |
<p>A novel macrolide compound represented by general formula (I), a process for the production thereof, and a microorganism belonging to the genus Kibdelosporangium which produces said macrolide compound. In formula (I), R1 represents isovaleryloxy or hydroxy; R2 represents methyl or hydroxymethyl; and R3 represents methyl or hydrogen. This compound is obtained from the medium for culturing the microorganism, and is useful as medicine, especially an antibacterial agent.</p> |