Filters. (organic chemistry) Reaction with, or formation of an amide. noun.

What is the function of amidation?

C-terminal amidation removes the charge form the C-terminus of a peptide. This may reduce the overall solubility of the peptide. The uncharged C-terminal amide end more closely mimics the native protein, and therefore may increase the biological activity of a peptide.

What is an Amidate?

Amidate (etomidate injection) is a hypnotic drug without analgesic activity indicated by intravenous injection for the induction of general anesthesia.