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Read guide →Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide (VIP) is a neuropeptide with a wide range of biological functions in the body. Discovered in the intestines, it is critical in regulating smooth muscle activity, immune responses,…
Read guide →Uroguanylin is a peptide hormone that regulates electrolyte balance and fluid homeostasis in the gastrointestinal system and kidneys. It belongs to the family of guanylin peptides, which includes guanylin and …
Read guide →Thymalin is a synthetic peptide derived from the thymus gland, primarily recognized for its immunomodulatory properties. It is structurally comparable to the naturally occurring hormone thymosin alpha 1, which…
Read guide →Tetracosactide, also known as cosyntropin or Synacthen, is a synthetic peptide that mimics the effects of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH). It is a potent stimulator of the adrenal cortex, prompting the rele…
Read guide →PNC-27 is a synthetic peptide derived from the p53 tumor suppressor protein, designed to exhibit selective cytotoxicity against cancer cells. It consists of amino acid residues 12-26 from the HDM-2 (human doub…
Read guide →PEG-MGF, or Pegylated Mechano Growth Factor, is a synthetic analog of Mechano Growth Factor (MGF), a splice variant of the Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1 (IGF-1). MGF is naturally released in response to muscle …
Read guide →P21 is a synthetic peptide derived from the neurotrophic factor cerebrolysin, which has shown potential in improving cognitive function and promoting neural regeneration. It is primarily studied for its neurop…
Read guide →Neuromedin U (NMU) is a neuropeptide originally isolated from the porcine spinal cord and named for its ability to stimulate smooth muscle contraction, particularly in the uterus. It is widely distributed in t…
Read guide →Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) is an important molecule found in every living cell, and it plays a role in helping the body make energy. It works by moving electrons between molecules during chemical…
Read guide →Leu-enkephalin, also known as leucine enkephalin, is one of the two primary endogenous enkephalins, the other being Met-enkephalin. It belongs to the family of opioid peptides that are naturally produced in th…
Read guide →KPV is a tripeptide composed of lysine, proline, and valine, known for its anti-inflammatory and immune-supporting properties. It has been studied for its potential in promoting wound healing, reducing inflamm…
Read guide →Insulin-like Growth Factor 1 (IGF-1) is a hormone similar in molecular structure to insulin. It plays an important role in childhood growth and continues to have anabolic effects in adults. IGF-1 is primarily …
Read guide →Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone (GnRH), also known as luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone (LHRH), is a neuropeptide responsible for regulating the reproductive system. It plays a crucial role in controlling t…
Read guide →FOXO4-DRI (FOXO4-D-Retro-Inverso Peptide) is a synthetic peptide that targets and disrupts the activity of the transcription factor FOXO4, a member of the Forkhead box O (FOXO) family. This peptide has garnere…
Read guide →Exendin-4 is a synthetic peptide that mimics the action of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), a hormone involved in regulating blood sugar levels. Originally derived from the saliva of the Gila monster, Exendin-…
Read guide →Dihexa, also called PNB-0408 or N-hexanoic-Tyr-Ile-(6) aminohexanoic amide, is a small protein-like drug made from a compound called angiotensin IV. It strongly attaches to a protein known as hepatocyte growth…
Read guide →Cortexin is a neuropeptide complex derived from the cerebral cortex of young animals. It is primarily used for its neuroprotective, nootropic, and cognitive-enhancing properties. The peptide complex works by i…
Read guide →Cortagen is a synthetic peptide derived from a fragment of the ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone) molecule. It is designed to exert neuroprotective and nootropic effects, making it a subject of interest in the…
Read guide →Calcitonin is a peptide hormone that regulates calcium and phosphate levels in the blood. It is produced by the parafollicular cells (also known as C-cells) of the thyroid gland in humans and other mammals. Ca…
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