Peptide Drugs intermediate
Terlipressin: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Glypressin analog for hepatorenal syndrome providing selective splanchnic vasoconstriction. This peptide or oligopeptide is studied for its biological activi...
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vasopressin v1-agonist hepatorenal
Overview
Glypressin analog for hepatorenal syndrome providing selective splanchnic vasoconstriction.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Terlipressin |
Mechanism of Action
Gly-Gly-Gly extension acts as prodrug releasing active trilysin pressin for V1 receptor activation.
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Terlipressin |
| Category | Peptide Drugs |
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