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Botulinum Toxin A: Oligopeptide Research Reference

Botulinum Toxin A, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
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Overview

Botulinum Toxin A is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameBotulinum Toxin A
SequenceN/A (150 kDa neurotoxin protein, complex zinc metalloprotease)
Length~1296 amino acids (single chain, cleaved to light + heavy chains)
Molecular Weight~150 kDa

| Category | Neurology / Neuromuscular Blocker |

Mechanism of Action

Cleaves SNAP-25 at neuromuscular junction, preventing acetylcholine release

References

  • Wikipept Peptide Database
  • Primary literature (see individual entries)

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