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Remifentanil: Oligopeptide Research Reference

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

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
peptide-analogs peptide oligopeptide

Overview

Remifentanil is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameRemifentanil
SequenceNon-peptide (small molecule: C20H28N2O5)

| Molecular Weight | 376 Da |

| Category | Analgesic / Opioid Agonist |

Mechanism of Action

μ-opioid receptor full agonist; metabolized by blood/tissue esterases

References

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

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