Side-by-Side Comparison · 2026

Maximin vs Plectasin

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

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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Plectasin
Antimicrobial Peptide

Plectasin is a 40-residue defensin-like antimicrobial peptide discovered in 2005 from the saprophytic fungus Pseudoplectania nigrella. It was the first AMP isolated from a fungal organism....

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Key Parameters
Parameter Maximin Plectasin
Category Antimicrobial Peptide Antimicrobial Peptide
Research Preclinical Preclinical
Half-Life Hours (protease-resistant D-amino acids) Hours (disulfide stabilized)
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 Maximin and Plectasin?
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... Plectasin: Plectasin is a 40-residue defensin-like antimicrobial peptide discovered in 2005 from the saprophytic fungus Pseudoplectania nigrella. It was the first AMP isolated from a fungal organism....
Which has a longer half-life, Maximin or Plectasin?
Maximin half-life: Hours (protease-resistant D-amino acids). Plectasin half-life: Hours (disulfide stabilized).
Can you stack Maximin and Plectasin?
Maximin and Plectasin are in the same category and used together in research protocols. Always consult relevant literature and follow appropriate guidelines.

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