AT-1002 TFA is a 6-mer synthetic peptide, serving as a tight junction regulator and absorption enhancer. It belongs to a novel class of compounds that can reversibly increase the paracellular transport of molecules across the epithelial barrier. AT-1002 can also undergo Cys-Cys dimerization. Studies with Caco-2 cells showed that treatment with AT-1002 for up to 3 hours did not affect cell viability at any concentration. However, at concentrations of 2.5 mg/mL and higher, it reduced cell viability after 24 hours, though cells remained viable if washed after a 3-hour exposure, indicating no irreversible damage.
- Tight junction regulator
- Absorption enhancer
- 6-mer synthetic peptide