Protamine

Products Protamine is commercially available as an injectable. It has been approved in many countries since 1949. Structure and properties Protamine is present in the drug as protamine hydrochloride. It consists of the hydrochlorides of basic peptides with a deep molecular mass and a high arginine content, obtained from sperm or roe of fish (mostly … Protamine

Carboxypeptidase

Definition Carboxypeptidases are enzymes that cleave amino acids from proteins or peptides. Proteins are long chains consisting of different amino acids. Peptides also consist of amino acids, but are shorter. The basic structure of amino acids is always the same. It is important that the connection between a carbon atom and a nitrogen atom is … Carboxypeptidase

Where is it made? | Carboxypeptidase

Where is it made? The part of carboxypeptidases involved in digestion is produced in the pancreas. The pancreas produces pancreatic secretion, which is released directly into the small intestine. This secretion is very rich in enzymes. It also neutralizes the acidic stomach contents. This secretion contains carboxypeptidases that were previously produced in the pancreas. What … Where is it made? | Carboxypeptidase