Peptide Analogs intermediate
Vapreotide: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Vapreotide, 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
Vapreotide is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Vapreotide |
| Sequence | D-Phe-Cys-Tyr-D-Trp-Lys-Val-Cys-Trp-NH2 (cyclic) |
| Molecular Weight | 1131 Da |
| Category | Endocrine / Somatostatin Analog |
Mechanism of Action
Somatostatin receptor agonist; reduces splanchnic blood flow and inhibits GI secretion
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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