Amphibian Peptides intermediate
Phyllokinin: Antimicrobial Peptide Reference
Phyllokinin, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
amphibian-peptides peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Phyllokinin is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Phyllomedusa sauvagei.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Phyllokinin |
| Sequence | RPPGFSPFRISAL-NH2 |
| Length | 12 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | 1404.7 Da |
| Source | Phyllomedusa sauvagei |
| Category | Amphibian Bradykinin |
Mechanism of Action
Extended bradykinin analog with C-terminal amidation, enhanced receptor binding and stability
Bioactivity
Potent vasodilation, longer duration than bradykinin
Therapeutic Potential
Cardiovascular therapeutics, hypertension treatment
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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