Peptide Drugs intermediate
Icatibant
Bradykinin B2 receptor antagonist for hereditary angioedema acute attacks.
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bradykinin b2-antagonist angioedema
Icatibant
Overview
Bradykinin B2 receptor antagonist for hereditary angioedema acute attacks.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Icatibant |
Mechanism of Action
Competitive B2 receptor blockade prevents bradykinin-mediated vascular permeability.
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Icatibant |
| Category | Peptide Drugs |
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