Vapreotide peptide

Product Specifications

Product Name Alternative

RC-160

Source

Synthetic

Purity

> 95%

Form

Lyophilized powder

Molecular Weight

1131.4

Storage Conditions

Shipped at 4°C. Store at -20°C for one year.

Notes

For research use only.

Applications Notes

Vapreotide is a potent octapeptide analog of somatostatin with selectivity for the somatostatin receptor subtypes SSTR-2 and SSTR-5. It is under investigation in the management of various disorders, including esophageal variceal bleeding, gastrointestinal and pancreatic fistulas, acromegaly, carcinoid tumors, and for the prevention of postoperative complications following pancreatic surgery.