Description
Research Overview
Cagilintide is a synthetic long-acting amylin analog engineered for prolonged biological activity. It is widely studied in laboratory research for its interactions with amylin receptors, metabolic regulation, nutrient sensing, gastrointestinal physiology, and energy homeostasis.
Cagilintide is an investigational research compound and has not been approved for therapeutic use in humans. This material is supplied by Marsden Research Labs exclusively for qualified laboratory research applications and is not offered for human or veterinary use.
Chemical Information
| Compound Name | Cagilintide |
| Common Name | Long-acting Amylin Analog |
| Compound Type | Synthetic peptide analog of human amylin |
| Length | 38 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | Approximately 4.2 kDa |
| Amino Acid Sequence | Synthetic amylin analog containing amino acid substitutions and lipid modification to enhance stability and extend duration of biological activity. |
Physical Characteristics
| Appearance | White to off-white lyophilized powder. |
| Solubility | Water soluble under laboratory conditions. |
| Storage | Store frozen at -20°C or below for long-term stability. |
| Stability | Stability depends on laboratory storage conditions, handling, and repeated freeze-thaw exposure. |
Analytical Verification
Every batch offered by Marsden Research Labs is supported by batch-specific analytical verification whenever documentation is available. Analytical testing is performed to verify identity, assess purity, and provide supporting laboratory documentation for individual research batches.
| Identity Verification | Confirmed using Liquid Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) when available. |
| Purity Analysis | Determined using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC). |
| Batch Documentation | Each verified research batch is assigned a unique batch identifier for traceability. |
| Certificate of Analysis (COA) | Available for verified batches and includes analytical testing results when provided. |
| Laboratory Report | Additional laboratory documentation is provided for applicable batches when available. |
Batch-Specific Information
The batch number, purity value, testing date, Certificate of Analysis (COA), and laboratory report displayed near the top of this page correspond to the selected research sample and update automatically when a different batch or package size is selected.
Mechanism of Action
Cagilintide functions as an agonist of amylin receptors, which are receptor complexes composed of the calcitonin receptor and receptor activity-modifying proteins (RAMPs). Activation of these receptors has been investigated for its effects on nutrient sensing, gastric physiology, glucoregulatory signaling, and central pathways involved in energy homeostasis. Structural modifications, including lipidation, are designed to prolong systemic exposure during laboratory investigations.
Because of its biological activity, Cagilintide is frequently studied in metabolic research, amylin receptor pharmacology, peptide hormone signaling, and energy regulation.
Current Areas of Research
- Amylin receptor signaling
- Energy homeostasis
- Metabolic pathway investigation
- Peptide hormone biology
- Gastrointestinal physiology research
- Nutrient sensing mechanisms
Marsden Research Labs makes no representation regarding clinical outcomes or therapeutic applications.
Laboratory Handling
This material should be handled only by qualified laboratory personnel using appropriate research procedures.
Research samples should be stored according to accepted laboratory practices to preserve compound integrity. Stability may be affected by storage conditions, repeated freeze-thaw cycles, and handling methods.
Research Use Notice
This product is supplied exclusively for laboratory research purposes.
It is not intended for human or veterinary use, diagnosis, treatment, cure, prevention of disease, food use, cosmetic use, or consumption of any kind. Purchasers are responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing the acquisition and use of research materials.
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