Muscarine: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Muscarine, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
Overview
Muscarine is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Inocybe erubescens.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Muscarine |
| Length | N/A (small molecule) | | Molecular Weight | 174.24 Da | | Source | Inocybe erubescens | | Category | Fungal Peptide Toxin / Cholinergic |
Mechanism of Action
Direct agonist at muscarinic receptors; activates parasympathetic nervous system
Bioactivity
Cholinergic (SLUDGE syndrome: salivation, lacrimation, urination, defecation, GI distress, emesis)
Therapeutic Potential
Research tool for cholinergic system studies; atropine is antidote
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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