Here in St. Louis, we take our food seriously. You may be surprised to learn that some of the countryâs best kept culinary secrets originated right here in the Gateway City. Partners
Novobiocin: an antibiotic obtained from an actinomycete and used to treat infections by gram-positive bacteria. Source: WordNet 2.1. Novobiocin: Novobiocin is one of aminocoumarin antibiotics that were produced by the actinomycete Streptomyces nivens.
Mitomycin is a cancer medication that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body. Mitomycin is used in combination with other cancer medications to treat cancer of the stomach and pancreas. Mitomycin treats only the symptoms of stomach or pancreatic cancer but does not treat the cancer itself. Mitomycin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Mitomycin can lower blood cells that help your body fight infections and help your blood to clot.