Antimicrobial activity with potent activity against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, fungi and protozoa (PubMed:1909573, PubMed:8306981, PubMed:8294443). Also stimulates the microbicidal activity of polymorphonuclear leukocytes (PubMed:9647785). Probably acts by disturbing membrane functions with its amphipathic structure (PubMed:8306981). Does not show cytotoxicity on lymphocytes or KB cells (PubMed:8294443). Does not show hemolytic activity (PubMed:1909573, PubMed:8294443, PubMed:21262294). In vitro, shows spermicidal, antiviral, and anti-leishmanial activities (PubMed:16307969, PubMed:16140737, PubMed:21262294). Expressed by the skin glands. Belongs to the frog skin active peptide (FSAP) family. Dermaseptin subfamily.