Record Information
Version2.0
Creation Date2009-07-06 21:35:46 UTC
Update Date2014-12-24 20:25:47 UTC
Accession NumberT3D2639
Identification
Common NameOhanin
ClassProtein
DescriptionOhanin is a peptide toxin produced by the King cobra (Ophiophagus hannah). It is extremely neurotoxic, cardiotoxic, and cytotoxic, and quickly leads to death unless treated with the appropriate antivenom. (2)
Compound Type
  • Amide
  • Amine
  • Animal Toxin
  • Natural Compound
  • Organic Compound
  • Protein
  • Snake Venom
Protein StructureNo structure small
Synonyms
Synonym
King cobra toxin
Chemical FormulaNot Available
Average Molecular Mass21173.945 g/mol
CAS Registry NumberNot Available
SequenceNot Available
Chemical Taxonomy
DescriptionNot Available
KingdomOrganic Compounds
Super ClassOrganic Acids
ClassCarboxylic Acids and Derivatives
Sub ClassAmino Acids, Peptides, and Analogues
Direct ParentPeptides
Alternative ParentsNot Available
SubstituentsNot Available
Molecular FrameworkNot Available
External DescriptorsNot Available
Biological Properties
StatusDetected and Not Quantified
OriginExogenous
Cellular LocationsNot Available
Biofluid LocationsNot Available
Tissue LocationsNot Available
PathwaysNot Available
ApplicationsNot Available
Biological RolesNot Available
Chemical RolesNot Available
Physical Properties
StateLiquid
AppearanceClear solution.
Experimental Properties
PropertyValue
Melting PointNot Available
Boiling PointNot Available
Solubility>10 mg/mL
LogPNot Available
Predicted PropertiesNot Available
Spectra
Spectra
Spectrum TypeDescriptionSplash KeyDeposition DateView
Toxicity Profile
Route of ExposureInjection (sting/bite) (3)
Mechanism of ToxicityOhanin is extremely neurotoxic, cardiotoxic, and cytotoxic. (2)
MetabolismFree toxin may be removed by opsonization via the reticuloendothelial system (primarily the liver and kidneys) or it may be degraded through cellular internalization via the lysosomes. Lysosomes are membrane-enclosed organelles that contain an array of digestive enzymes, including several proteases.
Toxicity ValuesLD50: 1.7 mg/kg (Subcutaneous, Mouse) (4) LD50: 1.31 mg/kg (Intravenous, Mouse) (4) LD50: 1.644 mg/kg (Intraperitoneal, Mouse) (4)
Lethal DoseNot Available
Carcinogenicity (IARC Classification)No indication of carcinogenicity to humans (not listed by IARC).
Uses/SourcesOhanin is a peptide toxin produced by the King cobra (Ophiophagus hannah). (2)
Minimum Risk LevelNot Available
Health EffectsOhanin is extremely neurotoxic, cardiotoxic, and cytotoxic, and quickly leads to death following cardiovascular collapse, coma, and respiratory failure. (2)
SymptomsKing cobra bites cause severe pain, blurred vision, vertigo, drowsiness, and paralysis. (2)
TreatmentAn antivenom exists for King cobra venom. (1)
Normal Concentrations
Not Available
Abnormal Concentrations
Not Available
DrugBank IDNot Available
HMDB IDNot Available
PubChem Compound IDNot Available
ChEMBL IDNot Available
ChemSpider IDNot Available
KEGG IDNot Available
UniProt IDP83234
OMIM ID
ChEBI IDNot Available
BioCyc IDNot Available
CTD IDNot Available
Stitch IDNot Available
PDB IDNot Available
ACToR IDNot Available
Wikipedia LinkNot Available
References
Synthesis ReferenceNot Available
MSDSNot Available
General References
  1. Wikipedia. Antivenom. Last Updated 1 July 2009. [Link]
  2. Wikipedia. King Cobra. Last Updated 2 March 2009. [Link]
  3. Wikipedia. Snake venom. Last Updated 25 July 2009. [Link]
  4. Thomas S, Griessel E (1999). LD50 Scores for various snakes. [Link]
Gene Regulation
Up-Regulated GenesNot Available
Down-Regulated GenesNot Available