Desmopressin
1-Deamino-8-D-arginine vasopressin
9 Amino Acids · MW: 1069.22 Da
Amino Acids
9
Molecular Weight
1069.22 Da
Half-life
1.5-3 hours
Research Score
5.0
Studies
35
Storage
Store lyophilized at -20°C, reconstituted at 2-8°C
What is Desmopressin?
Desmopressin is a synthetic vasopressin analog with greater selectivity for V2 receptors and reduced pressor activity. It has been investigated in some cognitive and memory studies because vasopressin-pathway signaling can alter consolidation and retrieval.
Key Benefits & Mechanisms
memory consolidation
reduced pressor burden
recall support
short-term learning
Research Summary
The literature is mixed, but desmopressin has shown memory-related effects in selected populations and experimental paradigms. Its cognitive effects are usually discussed as a vasopressin-pathway probe rather than a primary nootropic.
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