Which enzyme is the specific target of Rifampin in Mycobacterium tuberculosis?
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Correct answer: DNA-dependent RNA polymerase
Rifampin binds to the beta subunit of bacterial DNA-dependent RNA polymerase, blocking the initiation of RNA synthesis and halting bacterial protein production. Enoyl-acyl carrier protein reductase is the target of activated isoniazid, not rifampin.
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