Macrolides

**Definition:** A group of often glycosylated macrocyclic compounds formed by chain extension of multiple PROPIONATES cyclized into a large (typically 12, 14, or 16)-membered lactone. Macrolides belong to the POLYKETIDES class of natural products, and many members exhibit ANTIBIOTIC properties.

**Tree numbers:** - D02.540.505 - D02.540.576.500 - D04.345.674.500

**Synonyms:** - Macrolide