Dermenkephalin is an endogenous opioid peptide that is found in the skin. It has a structure similar to enkephalins and may contain D - amino acids. This peptide can bind to μ and δ opioid receptors. As a result, it can reduce pain, adjust mood, and modulate the immune system. In pharmacological research, Dermenkephalin is used to explore the mechanisms of opioid receptor activation and the relationships between the structure and activity of opioid peptides. Moreover, it has potential applications in the development of drugs for pain management and the treatment of addiction and psychiatric disorders. Its unique location in the skin and resistance to degradation offer new insights into the role of local opioid signaling in tissues and the design of peptides with therapeutic potential.

Chemical Formula: C44H62N10O10S2

Molecular Weight: 955.17

Sequence: Tyr-D-Met-Phe-His-Leu-Met-Asp-NH2

Purity: From crude to 98%

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