Polipeptidkészítmény

Polipeptidkészítmény refers to a pharmaceutical preparation containing polypeptides. Polypeptides are chains of amino acids linked by peptide bonds, and they can range in length from a few amino acids to hundreds. Many biologically active molecules, including hormones, enzymes, and antibodies, are polypeptides or are composed of polypeptides. In medicine, polypeptide preparations are used for a variety of therapeutic purposes.

These preparations are typically administered via injection, as many polypeptides are not well-absorbed when taken orally due to digestion in the gastrointestinal tract. Examples of common polypeptide drugs include insulin for diabetes, growth hormone for growth deficiencies, and various peptide-based antibiotics. The development and production of polypeptidekészítmények involve complex biotechnological processes, often utilizing recombinant DNA technology to produce the desired peptide in large quantities. Purity and stability are critical aspects of their manufacturing to ensure efficacy and safety. Research continues to explore new therapeutic applications for polypeptide-based drugs, leveraging their specificity and diverse biological functions.