Description: BAM (8-22) acetate is a proteolytically cleaved product of proenkephalin A. BAM (8-22) acetate activates Mas-related G-protein-coupled receptors (Mrgprs), MrgprC11 and hMrgprX1, and induces scratching in mice in an Mrgpr-dependent manner.
Formula: C93H131N25O25S
Molecular Weight: 2031,25
References: Parul Sikand, et al. BAM8-22 peptide produces itch and nociceptive sensations in humans independent of histamine release. J Neurosci. 2011 May 18;31(20):7563-7.