MadSci Network: Biochemistry |
Hi Lori, Pepsin is the main proteolytic (or protein digesting) enzyme in our gastric juices. As such it recognizes a broad range of substrates, transforming them into smaller peptides. As for inhibitors, the enzyme is inactive above pH 6. Substate-like epoxides will also inhibit. I don't know of any stimulators. Hope this helped Jerry Eichler
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