Phosphocreatine

Generic Name
Phosphocreatine
Brand Names
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Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C4H10N3O5P
CAS Number
67-07-2
Unique Ingredient Identifier
020IUV4N33
Background

Phosphocreatine - or creatine phosphate - is the phosphorylated form of creatine. It is primarily found endogenously in the skeletal muscles of vertebrates where it serves a critical role as a rapidly acting energy buffer for muscle cell actions like contractions via its ability to regenerate adenosine triphosphate (ATP) from adenosine diphosphate (ADP).

Indication

Phosphocreatine is a naturally occuring substance that is found predominantly in the skeletal muscles of vertebrates. Its primary utility within the body is to serve in the maintanence and recycling of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) for muscular activity like contractions.
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Associated Conditions
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Associated Therapies
Cardioprotection
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