Pexiganan
Pexiganan (MSI-78; magainin II analog)
22 Amino Acids · MW: 2476 Da
Amino Acids
22
Molecular Weight
2476 Da
Half-life
Unknown; topical local exposure only
Research Score
4.4
Studies
90
Storage
Store lyophilized at -20°C, reconstituted at 2-8°C
What is Pexiganan?
A synthetic antimicrobial peptide developed for topical skin and wound applications. It is relevant to wound healing because controlling bacterial burden can improve ulcer repair and reduce complication-driven scarring.
Key Benefits & Mechanisms
antimicrobial-protection
biofilm-control
wound-support
scar-prevention-through-infection-control
Research Summary
Pexiganan has been evaluated in clinical and late-stage development settings for infected diabetic foot ulcers and other topical skin indications. Its main skin-related value is antimicrobial control, which can indirectly support cleaner wound healing.
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