EPTIFIBATIDE ACETATE
Biochem/physiol Actions
Eptifibatide is a specific inhibitor of fibrinogen binding to the platelet membrane integrin glycoprotein GPIIb/IIIa receptor, preventing platelet aggregation. Eptifibatide binds reversibly and competitively.
General description
Eptifibatide acetate is a cyclic heptapeptide. It is the member of the class arginin-glycin-aspartat-mimetics. Eptifibatide has a short half-life. The drug decreases the risk of myocardial infarction (MI). Eptifibatide acetate might be associated with thrombocytopenia.
Packaging
10, 50 mg in glass bottle
| Colour | white to beige |
|---|---|
| Quality Level | 100 |
| Manufacturer | SIGMA-ALDRICH |
| Storage Temp. | −20°C |
| Solubility | H2O: 2 mg/mL, clear (warmed) |
| Form | powder |
| Assay | ≥98% (HPLC) |
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