Antimicrobial Peptides intermediate
Lactoferricin
Cationic antimicrobial peptide from lactoferrin with potent gram-negative bactericidal activity.
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lactoferrin antimicrobial cationic
Lactoferricin
Overview
Cationic antimicrobial peptide from lactoferrin with potent gram-negative bactericidal activity.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Lactoferricin |
Mechanism of Action
Cationic peptide binds negatively charged bacterial membranes causing permeabilization.
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Lactoferricin |
| Category | Antimicrobial Peptides |
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