Cationic amphipathic peptide with antibacterial activities against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria (PubMed:22342498, PubMed:27912176, PubMed:31212183). Also shows antifungal activities (PubMed:27912176). Is mildly hemolytic against human erythrocytes (PubMed:22342498, PubMed:27912176, PubMed:31212183). In addition, when tested in vitro on the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi (responsible of the Chagas disease), is able to reduce the number of the three forms (epimastigote, trypomastigote and amastigote) (PubMed:33004083). Also shows antiplasmodial and cytotoxic activity (tested on Plasmodium gallinaceum, and MCF-7 breast cancer cell line) (PubMed:33442881). Forms a helical membrane channel in the prey. Expressed by the venom gland. Belongs to the non-disulfide-bridged peptide (NDBP) superfamily. Short antimicrobial peptide (group 4) family.