G-protein coupled receptors (GPCR) generally contain seven transmembrane helices. The present invention provides synthetic peptides derived from these transmembrane helices. The peptides inhibit GPCR function by disrupting GPCR structure. In certain embodiments, charged residues are added at one terminus to promote correct orientation of the peptide in the membrane.

 
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