Venom Peptides intermediate
Charybdotoxin: Peptide Toxin in Pharmacology Reference
Potassium channel blocker from scorpion venom with broad Kv channel activity. This peptide toxin is derived from venom and studied for its pharmacological ac...
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scorpion-toxin potassium-channel neurotoxin
Overview
Potassium channel blocker from scorpion venom with broad Kv channel activity.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Charybdotoxin |
Mechanism of Action
37-amino acid peptide blocking multiple voltage-gated potassium channel subtypes.
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Charybdotoxin |
| Category | Venom Peptides |
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