Therapeutic Peptides Expanded intermediate
Captopril: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Captopril, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
therapeutic-peptides-expanded peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Captopril is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Captopril |
| Sequence | N/A (peptide-derived: D-3-mercapto-2-methylpropanoyl-L-proline) |
| Length | Dipeptide derivative |
| Molecular Weight | 217 Da |
| Category | Cardiovascular / ACE Inhibitor (peptide-derived) |
Mechanism of Action
ACE inhibitor; blocks conversion of angiotensin I to II
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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