Cognitive & Neurological
Cerebrolysin
Mixture of low molecular weight neurotrophic peptides of porcine origin. Studied for NGF- and BDNF-like activity in neuronal survival models.
Also known asFPF-1070
Identity
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- Half-life
- Variable due to composition.
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Monograph
Specifications
- Research area
- Cognitive & Neurological
- Half-life
- Variable due to composition.
- Mechanism of action
- Their low molecular weight peptides cross the blood-brain barrier and mimic the endogenous neurotrophic factors NGF, BDNF, and GDNF. They promote neuronal survival, neuroplasticity, and neurogenesis.
- Storage and handling
- Room temperature (15–25 °C). Do not freeze.