Research Peptides

Endomorphin-1

Endomorphin-1 is a tetrapeptide (Tyr-Pro-Trp-Phe-NH2) identified as the most selective endogenous agonist of the mu-opioid receptor. It exhibits exceptional selectivity for mu over delta and kappa receptors and is distributed throughout the brain, particularly in regions associated with pain processing, reward, and autonomic function.

Technical Specifications

Sequence / StructureTyr-Pro-Trp-Phe-NH2
Molecular Weight610.71 g/mol
Purity>=98%
AppearanceWhite lyophilized powder
StorageStore at -20C, reconstituted at 2-8C
SolubilitySoluble in water

Application Areas

  • Mu-opioid selectivity research
  • Pain modulation studies
  • Reward pathway research
  • Opioid receptor pharmacology
  • Analgesic development
  • Neuroendocrinology

Published Research on Endomorphin-1

Zadina JE, Hackler L, Ge LJ, et al. (1997) — A potent and selective endogenous agonist for the mu-opiate receptor. Nature. DOI: 10.1038/386499a0

Fichna J, Janecka A, Costentin J, et al. (2007) — The endomorphin system and its evolving neurophysiological role. Pharmacol Rev. DOI: 10.1124/pr.59.1.3

Zadina JE. (2002) — Isolation and distribution of endomorphins in the central nervous system. Jpn J Pharmacol. DOI: 10.1254/jjp.89.203

Frequently Asked Questions About Endomorphin-1

A tetrapeptide and the most selective endogenous mu-opioid receptor agonist, involved in pain modulation and reward.

Endomorphin-1 shows 4000-15000 fold selectivity for mu over delta and kappa opioid receptors.

>=98% with full certificates of analysis.

Mu-opioid pharmacology, pain research, reward circuits, and analgesic development.

Lyophilized at -20C, reconstituted at 2-8C.

Yes, competitive pricing with volume discounts.

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