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Neuropeptides intermediate

U-50488

Potent selective kappa-opioid agonist with antinociceptive and diuretic effects.

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
opioid synthetic kappa-receptor

U-50488

Overview

Potent selective kappa-opioid agonist with antinociceptive and diuretic effects.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameU-50488

Mechanism of Action

Kappa-selective agonist causing spinal antinociception and diuresis.

References

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

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameU-50488
CategoryNeuropeptides

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