Peptide Drugs intermediate
Eptifibatide: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Cyclic heptapeptide GP IIb/IIIa inhibitor containing KGD for acute coronary syndromes. This peptide or oligopeptide is studied for its biological activity, s...
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Overview
Cyclic heptapeptide GP IIb/IIIa inhibitor containing KGD for acute coronary syndromes.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Eptifibatide |
Mechanism of Action
KGD motif competitively blocks fibrinogen binding to activated GPIIb/IIIa preventing aggregation.
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Eptifibatide |
| Category | Peptide Drugs |
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