Antimicrobial Peptides intermediate
Phylloseptin
Tridecapeptide from Phyllomedusa frog skin with membrane-disrupting activity.
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Phylloseptin
Overview
Tridecapeptide from Phyllomedusa frog skin with membrane-disrupting activity.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Phylloseptin |
Mechanism of Action
Short amphipathic peptide efficiently disrupts bacterial cell membranes.
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Phylloseptin |
| Category | Antimicrobial Peptides |
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