Amphibian Peptides intermediate
Cerulein: Antimicrobial Peptide Reference
Cerulein, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
amphibian-peptides peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Cerulein is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Bombina bombina.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Cerulein |
| Sequence | pEQDY(SO3H)TGWMDF-NH2 |
| Length | 10 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | 1351.4 Da |
| Source | Bombina bombina |
| Category | Amphibian Caerulein |
Mechanism of Action
CCK analog, stimulates pancreatic enzyme secretion and GI motility
Bioactivity
Potent pancreatic stimulant, cholecystokinin-like activity
Therapeutic Potential
Pancreatic function testing, GI motility disorders
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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