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vasoactive intestinal polypeptide

Peptide · Bronchodilator

PeptideBronchodilator
CDSCO approved
EXCRETION
not curated
INTERACTIONS
none in our sources
PREGNANCY
not curated

Mechanism

Vasoactive intestinal polypeptide (VIP) is a 28-amino acid peptide that binds to VPAC1 and VPAC2 G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs). Both receptors primarily couple to Gs to stimulate the adenylyl cyclase–cAMP–PKA pathway, leading to the relaxation of smooth muscle. It is a potent dilator of human airway smooth muscle in vitro.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life
~2 min (plasma)

Side effects

Common
Vasodilator side effects

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Sources: Goodman & Gilman 14e·Verified: 2026-05-10 · House clinical team