Peptide Drugs intermediate
Nesiritide: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Recombinant BNP for acute decompensated heart failure reducing cardiac filling pressures. This peptide or oligopeptide is studied for its biological activity...
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bnp heart-failure vasodilator
Overview
Recombinant BNP for acute decompensated heart failure reducing cardiac filling pressures.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Nesiritide |
Mechanism of Action
BNP binds natriuretic peptide receptor increasing cAMP causing vasodilation and natriuresis.
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Nesiritide |
| Category | Peptide Drugs |
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