Are Peptides Drugs?

The term “peptide” describes a type of molecule—not a single regulatory category. Peptides may be studied as research compounds, while certain peptide-based products may also be developed or regulated as drugs depending on their intended use and regulatory status.

In this edition of Research in 60 Seconds, Aria takes a quick look at why the terms “peptide” and “drug” are not interchangeable.

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