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Neuropeptides intermediate

Nocistatin

Prodynorphin-derived peptide modulating nociceptin effects.

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Nocistatin

Overview

Prodynorphin-derived peptide modulating nociceptin effects.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameNocistatin

Mechanism of Action

Modulates nociceptin signaling with independent antinociceptive properties.

References

  • Wikipept Peptide Database
  • Primary literature (see individual entries)

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameNocistatin
CategoryNeuropeptides

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