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Muscarine: Oligopeptide Research Reference

Muscarine, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
fungal-peptides peptide oligopeptide

Overview

Muscarine is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Inocybe erubescens.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameMuscarine

| 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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