Amphibian Peptides intermediate
Maximin 4: Antimicrobial Peptide Reference
Maximin 4, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
amphibian-peptides peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Maximin 4 is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Bombina maxima.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Maximin 4 |
| Sequence | ILSAIWSGIKNLF-NH2 |
| Length | 13 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | 1459.8 Da |
| Source | Bombina maxima |
| Category | Amphibian Antiviral |
Mechanism of Action
Membrane-active antimicrobial peptide, pore formation in bacterial membranes
Bioactivity
Broad-spectrum antimicrobial, antifungal activity
Therapeutic Potential
Anti-infective therapeutics, topical antimicrobials
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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