Therapeutic Peptides intermediate
Peptide Cardiovascular Therapeutics
Therapeutic peptides targeting cardiovascular diseases including natriuretic peptides, ACE inhibitors, and anticoagulants.
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
cardiovascular therapeutic natriuretic ACE-inhibitor anticoagulant
Overview
Peptides play important roles in cardiovascular therapeutics, from acute heart failure treatment to anticoagulation and antiplatelet therapy.
Major Cardiovascular Peptides
| Drug | Class | Indication |
|---|---|---|
| Nesiritide | BNP analog | Acute heart failure |
| Sacubitril | NEP inhibitor | Heart failure |
| Eptifibatide | GP IIb/IIIa | ACS |
| Bivalirudin | Direct thrombin | PCI |
Mechanisms
- Natriuretic peptides: Vasodilation, natriuresis, diuresis
- ACE inhibitors: Block angiotensin II formation
- GP IIb/IIIa inhibitors: Block platelet aggregation
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Peptide Cardiovascular Therapeutics |
| Category | Therapeutic Peptides |
References
- Encyclopeptide Database. “Peptide Cardiovascular Therapeutics” monograph. encyclopeptide.com.
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