LL-37
immune-modulation
Verified
A human antimicrobial peptide that is part of the cathelicidin family, with broad-spectrum antimicrobial and immunomodulatory properties.
Chemical Information
Source:
Synthetic peptide based on the naturally occurring human cathelicidin antimicrobial peptide.
Clinical Information
Purposes:
Antimicrobial action
Wound healing
Immune system modulation
Biofilm disruption
Dosing:
Typically used in topical applications at concentrations of 1-100µg/mL.
Related Peptides:
Defensins
Cathelicidins
Safety Information
Side Effects:
- Skin irritation
- Allergic reactions
Contraindications:
- Known hypersensitivity
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
Research & References
- Dürr UHN, et al. LL-37, the only human member of the cathelicidin family of antimicrobial peptides. Biochim Biophys Acta. 2006;1758(9):1408-25.
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16716248/
Last updated: 3/28/2025 at 5:16:27 AM
Version: 1
Detailed Information
Purposes
Antimicrobial action
Wound healing
Immune system modulation
Biofilm disruption
Related Peptides
Defensins
Cathelicidins
Source Information
Synthetic peptide based on the naturally occurring human cathelicidin antimicrobial peptide.
Last updated: March 28, 2025
Version: 1