KPV Capsules 500mcg

Description

This bottle of KPV capsules holds 60 capsules with 500mcg of KPV in each one. KPV is an alpha-MSH derived tripeptide. There’s nothing to mix, and like everything we sell it’s for laboratory research only.

KPV at a glance

KPV is the tripeptide lysine-proline-valine, the C-terminal end of alpha-melanocyte stimulating hormone. It keeps alpha-MSH’s anti-inflammatory activity without the pigment effects.

It’s small enough to be taken up by gut cells through the PepT1 transporter, which is why it’s studied in models of gut inflammation.

KPV mechanism of action

Alpha-MSH calms inflammation through melanocortin receptors. KPV is its last three amino acids and keeps much of that anti-inflammatory activity.

Inside cells it lowers NF-kappaB signaling, the switch for many inflammatory genes. Gut cells take it up through the PepT1 transporter, which is why colitis models are where most of the work is.

KPV capsules product details

• Compound: KPV
• Also known as: Lys-Pro-Val
• CAS number: 67727-97-3
• Molecular formula: C16H30N4O4
• Molar mass: 342.4 g/mol
• Sequence: Lys-Pro-Val
• Amount: 500mcg per capsule, 60 capsules per bottle
• Form: oral capsules
• SKU: EVP-KPV-CAP60
• Use: laboratory research only

What the research says about KPV

Dalmasso and colleagues reported in Gastroenterology (2008) that KPV reduced inflammation in mouse colitis models and was taken up through PepT1.

Laroui and colleagues later packaged KPV in nanoparticles and saw similar effects in mice.

For the original studies, try this PubMed search.

Why choose KPV capsules

Each bottle has 60 capsules at 500mcg, which is 30mg of KPV in total. Capsules make sense for oral-route studies and for anyone who’d rather skip reconstitution, cold storage and syringes.

Keep the bottle closed, somewhere cool and dry, away from direct sunlight. No fridge needed.

KPV capsules or KPV vials?

We sell KPV as a powder vial too, for example KPV 10mg. These capsules actually work out cheaper per milligram, about $5.33 against $6.00 for the vial, and they skip the bacteriostatic water, syringes and fridge.

The other difference is the route. A vial is for injectable-route work, while capsules are for oral-route studies, and the published data for the two routes aren’t interchangeable.

KPV purity and lab testing

The product photos for KPV capsules include:

• A certificate of analysis with identity, measured quantity and HPLC purity. The Chromate reports also cover sterility and heavy metals.

Click any image to zoom in on the numbers. Each report names the batch it covers, so match it against the batch number on your label.

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Common questions about KPV capsules

How much is in the KPV capsules bottle?

60 capsules of 500mcg each. The amount is printed on the label.

How should I store it?

Somewhere cool and dry with the lid closed. Capsules don’t need a fridge.

Can KPV be used in people or animals?

No. It’s sold for laboratory research only and isn’t approved for human or veterinary use.

Is it in stock?

Yes, KPV capsules are in stock now.

Are KPV capsules lab tested?

Yes. The lab reports are in the product photos, so you can check purity before you order.

Order KPV capsules today

KPV capsules are in stock at $159.90 a bottle. Choose your quantity, add it to the cart and check out in a couple of minutes.

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For laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use. Not evaluated by the FDA.