Amphibian Peptides intermediate
Phyllocerulein: Antimicrobial Peptide Reference
Phyllocerulein, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
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Overview
Phyllocerulein is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Phyllomedusa sauvagei.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Phyllocerulein |
| Sequence | pEQDYTGWMDF-NH2 |
| Length | 10 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | 1271.3 Da |
| Source | Phyllomedusa sauvagei |
| Category | Amphibian Caerulein |
Mechanism of Action
Non-sulfated caerulein analog, reduced CCK receptor affinity
Bioactivity
Mild GI stimulation, reduced potency compared to caerulein
Therapeutic Potential
GI research, structure-activity studies
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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