Neuropeptides intermediate
Sleep-Wake Neuropeptides
Neuropeptides regulating circadian rhythms and sleep-wake transitions.
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sleep circadian hypothalamus
Sleep-Wake Neuropeptides
Overview
Neuropeptides regulating circadian rhythms and sleep-wake transitions.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Sleep-Wake Neuropeptides |
Mechanism of Action
Orexin stabilizes wakefulness while MCH promotes sleep; circadian peptides coordinate timing.
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Sleep-Wake Neuropeptides |
| Category | Neuropeptides |
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