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hCDR1

Human complementarity-determining region 1 peptide (Edratide)

19 Amino Acids · MW: ≈2.1 kDa

Amino Acids

19

Molecular Weight

≈2.1 kDa

Half-life

≈1-2 h

Research Score

4.2

Studies

82

Storage

Store lyophilized at -20°C, reconstituted at 2-8°C

What is hCDR1?

A synthetic 19-mer derived from a human anti-DNA antibody sequence and developed as an immunomodulatory peptide for SLE. It has been studied for dampening pathogenic anti-dsDNA responses and restoring immune balance.

Key Benefits & Mechanisms

anti-dsDNA suppression

tolerogenic signaling

possible renal benefit

Research Summary

hCDR1, also called Edratide, is a real lupus peptide that reached clinical testing. It showed biologic activity in early studies, but it has not become an approved therapy.