How it compares Distinct from the peptides in this group: it is an orally-oriented small-molecule enzyme inhibitor acting on NNMT, rather than a receptor- or fragment-based peptide
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Pharmacokinetics, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of body-protective compound 157, a potential drug for treating various wounds, in rats and dogs
Patients with a prescription can access this peptide from pharmacies or special clinics
Common side effects include, but may not be limited to: pain or redness at the injection site mild diarrhea pruritus (itching) increased swelling joint pain dizziness headache nervousness or anxiety Serious side effects may include: allergic reactions peripheral vascular thrombosis hypokalemia (low potassium levels) pulmonary edema (fluid build-up around or in the lungs) thrombocytosis congestive heart failure There have been reports of anaphylactic shock and death after the parenteral administration of vitamin B12
Cancer-pathway concern IGF-1 signaling is mitogenic and anti-apoptotic, two properties relevant to cancer biology