Pepstatin A Methyl Ester
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Pepstatin A Methyl Ester is a potent inhibitor of aspartic proteases targeting the enzyme pepsin. It functions by binding to the active site of the enzyme, preventing substrate binding and subsequent hydrolysis. Pepstatin A Methyl Ester blocks the proteolytic activity of pepsin, leading to the inhibition of protein digestion. Interfering with the enzymatic function at the molecular level, Pepstatin A Methyl Ester serves as a tool for studying the role of aspartic proteases in various biological processes. Its mode of action involves the formation of stable complexes with the target enzyme disrupting its normal function. This inhibition can be utilized in research applications to investigate the physiological significance of aspartic proteases.Pepstatin A Methyl Ester′s mechanism of action provides insight into the molecular interactions involved in protease inhibition, contributing to the understanding of enzyme function and regulation in biological systems.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Pepstatin A Methyl Ester, 1 mg | sc-222147 | 1 mg | $169.00 |