Peptide Therapeutics in Cardiovascular Diseases
Cardiovascular applications of peptide therapeutics include agents that modulate blood pressure, lipid metabolism, and cardiac repair. Natriuretic peptides, for example, promote vasodilation, reduce blood volume, and improve heart function. Analogues of these peptides are used in treating heart failure and hypertension.
Peptides targeting angiogenesis, inflammation, and fibrosis are being developed to support tissue repair following myocardial infarction. By influencing specific cellular pathways, these peptides can enhance healing, reduce scarring, and improve cardiac output.
The safety profile of peptides, combined with their targeted action, makes them suitable for chronic cardiovascular conditions where long-term therapy is required. Continuous research is expanding their potential to treat complex heart and vascular diseases effectively.