Peptide Analogs intermediate
Buprenorphine: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Buprenorphine, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
peptide-analogs peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Buprenorphine is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Buprenorphine |
| Sequence | Non-peptide (small molecule: C29H41NO4) |
| Molecular Weight | 468 Da |
| Category | Count |
Mechanism of Action
Partial μ-opioid agonist with κ antagonism; ceiling effect on respiratory depression
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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