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PG-3 (Porcine): Oligopeptide Research Reference

PG-3 (Porcine), a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development

By Encyclopeptide Editorial January 15, 2024 | 1 min read

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Overview

PG-3 (Porcine) is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Sus scrofa (Pig).

Structure

Property	Value
Name	PG-3 (Porcine)
Sequence	RGGRLCYCRRRFCVCVGR
Length	18 amino acids
Molecular Weight	2221.7 Da
Source	Sus scrofa (Pig)
Category	Porcine Antimicrobial

Mechanism of Action

Beta-hairpin protegrin variant, selective membrane disruption

Bioactivity

Broad-spectrum antimicrobial

Therapeutic Potential

Infection treatment, synergistic antibiotic therapy

References

Wikipept Peptide Database
Primary literature (see individual entries)

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