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
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Prophenin |
| Sequence | DFRFRDRFRFRDRFRFRDGRFRFDRFRFDRFRFDGRFRFDRFRFDRFRFD |
| Length | 79 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | 10433.2 Da |
| Source | Sus scrofa (Pig) |
| Category | Porcine 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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