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Selective Peptide Action

Meaning

Selective Peptide Action describes the pharmacological principle where a synthetic or naturally derived peptide is engineered or utilized to interact exclusively with a single, highly specific receptor or protein target within the body. This high degree of selectivity minimizes interaction with off-target receptors, thereby reducing the likelihood of systemic side effects and concentrating the therapeutic effect on the desired physiological pathway. It is a hallmark of advanced peptide therapeutics in endocrinology.