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Carbetocin: Oligopeptide Research Reference

Long-acting oxytocin analog for postpartum hemorrhage prevention with D-Tyr substitution. This peptide or oligopeptide is studied for its biological activity...

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
oxytocin postpartum uterotonic

Overview

Long-acting oxytocin analog for postpartum hemorrhage prevention with D-Tyr substitution.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameCarbetocin

Mechanism of Action

1-Thia-Mpa substitution and N-terminal modifications extend duration of uterotonic effect.

References

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

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameCarbetocin
CategoryPeptide Drugs

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