Leupeptins

A group of acylated oligopeptides produced by Actinomycetes that function as protease inhibitors. They have been known to inhibit to varying degrees trypsin, plasmin, KALLIKREINS, papain and the cathepsins.

Year introduced: 1991(1975)

Date introduced: November 19, 1974

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Tree Number(s): D12.644.456.580

MeSH Unique ID: D007976

Previous Indexing:

• Oligopeptides (1973-1974)

Pharmacologic Action:

• Protease Inhibitors

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Chemicals and Drugs Category
Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins
Peptides
Oligopeptides
Leupeptins