Peptide Drugs intermediate
Bivalirudin: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Direct thrombin inhibitor bivalent hirudin analog for PCI and heparin-induced thrombocytopenia. This peptide or oligopeptide is studied for its biological ac...
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thrombin-inhibitor anticoagulant cardiac
Overview
Direct thrombin inhibitor bivalent hirudin analog for PCI and heparin-induced thrombocytopenia.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Bivalirudin |
Mechanism of Action
Bivalent binding to thrombin active site and exosite-1 provides potent reversible inhibition.
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Bivalirudin |
| Category | Peptide Drugs |
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