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Mammalian Peptides intermediate

Prophenin: Oligopeptide Research Reference

Prophenin, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
mammalian-peptides peptide oligopeptide

Overview

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

Structure

PropertyValue
NameProphenin
SequenceDFRFRDRFRFRDRFRFRDGRFRFDRFRFDRFRFDGRFRFDRFRFDRFRFD
Length79 amino acids
Molecular Weight10433.2 Da
SourceSus scrofa (Pig)
CategoryPorcine Antimicrobial

Mechanism of Action

Extended proline-phenylalanine-rich peptide, membrane disruption and intracellular killing

Bioactivity

Antimicrobial against Gram-negative bacteria, antiviral activity

Therapeutic Potential

Respiratory infection treatment, pulmonary anti-infective

References

  • Wikipept Peptide Database
  • Primary literature (see individual entries)

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