Plant Peptides intermediate
Kalata B1: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Kalata B1, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
plant-peptides peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Kalata B1 is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Oldenlandia affinis.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Kalata B1 |
| Sequence | GLPVCGETCVGGTCNTPGCTCSWPVCTRN |
| Length | 29 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | ~2,892 Da |
| Source | Oldenlandia affinis |
| Category | Plant Cyclic Peptides |
Mechanism of Action
Membrane interaction triggering uterine contraction
Bioactivity
Uterotonic
Therapeutic Potential
Labor induction therapy, drug delivery scaffold, anti-HIV microbicide development
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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