Side-by-Side Comparison · 2026

Lactoferricin vs Maximin

Lactoferricin vs Maximin — mechanism, half-life, dosing, and research status compared. Which is right for your protocol?

Lactoferricin
Antimicrobial Peptide

Lactoferricin B (LfcinB) is a 25-residue antimicrobial peptide released from the N-terminal region of bovine lactoferrin by pepsin digestion in the stomach. The core hexapeptide RRWQWR contains the minimal active unit....

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Maximin
Antimicrobial Peptide

Maximins are a large and diverse family of antimicrobial and neuroactive peptides isolated from the skin and brain of the Chinese firebelly toad Bombina maxima. Maximins are notable for containing D-amino acid residues in specific positions, a rare post-translational modification...

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Key Parameters
Parameter Lactoferricin Maximin
Category Antimicrobial Peptide Antimicrobial Peptide
Research Preclinical Preclinical
Half-Life Minutes (proteolytic) Hours (protease-resistant D-amino acids)
Typical Dose N/A N/A
Frequency N/A N/A
Route Research only Research only
FDA Status Not approved Not approved

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Lactoferricin and Maximin?
Lactoferricin: Lactoferricin B (LfcinB) is a 25-residue antimicrobial peptide released from the N-terminal region of bovine lactoferrin by pepsin digestion in the stomach. The core hexapeptide RRWQWR contains the mi... Maximin: Maximins are a large and diverse family of antimicrobial and neuroactive peptides isolated from the skin and brain of the Chinese firebelly toad Bombina maxima. Maximins are notable for containing D-a...
Which has a longer half-life, Lactoferricin or Maximin?
Lactoferricin half-life: Minutes (proteolytic). Maximin half-life: Hours (protease-resistant D-amino acids).
Can you stack Lactoferricin and Maximin?
Lactoferricin and Maximin are in the same category and used together in research protocols. Always consult relevant literature and follow appropriate guidelines.

For research use only. Not medical advice. ASCEND does not conduct or endorse any specific research protocol. Always consult relevant scientific literature and regulatory guidelines.