Octreotide Human

Introduction to the Molecule

Octreotide acetate is a longer acting synthetic octapeptide analog of naturally occurring somatostatin. It inhibits the secretion of gastro-entero-pancreatic peptide hormones and the release of growth hormone.

Description

Octreotide Human Synthetic is a single, non-glycosylated, polypeptide chain containing 8 amino acids, having a molecular mass of 1019.26 Dalton and a molecular formula of C₄₉H₆₆N₁₀O₁₀S­₂. Octreotide is purified by proprietary chromatographic techniques.

Amino Acid Sequence

Purity

Greater than 98.0% as determined by RP-HPLC.

Formulation

The Octreotide was lyophilized from a concentrated (1 mg/ml) solution with no additives.

Storage, Stability/Shelf Life

Lyophilized Octreotide although stable at room temperature for 3 weeks, should be stored desiccated below –18°C. Upon reconstitution Octreotide should be stored at 4°C between 2–7 days and for future use below –18°C. For long term storage it is recommended to add a carrier protein (0.1% HSA or BSA). Please prevent freeze-thaw cycles.

Physical Appearance

Sterile Filtered White lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder.

By molecule:

• Octreotide