Side-by-Side Comparison · 2026

Maximin vs Tigerinin

Maximin vs Tigerinin — 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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Tigerinin
Antimicrobial Peptide

Tigerinin peptides are isolated from the skin of the Indian skipper frog Hoplobatrachus tigerinus. They are among the shortest naturally occurring AMPs....

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Key Parameters
Parameter Maximin Tigerinin
Category Antimicrobial Peptide Antimicrobial Peptide
Research Preclinical Preclinical
Half-Life Hours (protease-resistant D-amino acids) Minutes (proteolytic)
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 Tigerinin?
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... Tigerinin: Tigerinin peptides are isolated from the skin of the Indian skipper frog Hoplobatrachus tigerinus. They are among the shortest naturally occurring AMPs....
Which has a longer half-life, Maximin or Tigerinin?
Maximin half-life: Hours (protease-resistant D-amino acids). Tigerinin half-life: Minutes (proteolytic).
Can you stack Maximin and Tigerinin?
Maximin and Tigerinin are in the same category and used together in research protocols. Always consult relevant literature and follow appropriate guidelines.

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