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Compound Profiles

Educational profiles of research compounds. Information is drawn from published scientific literature and is intended for research context only.

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46 compounds

Tissue Repair

BPC-157

Body Protection Compound 157

Derived from a protective protein found in gastric juice. Studied extensively in animal models for its effects on tissue healing and gastrointestinal protection.

Molecular Weight

1419.5 Da

Amino Acids

15

Research Status

Preclinical research only

Research Areas

Tissue repairGastrointestinal biologyAngiogenesisTendon biology

Tissue Repair

TB-500

Thymosin Beta-4 (synthetic fragment)

TB-500 is a synthetic version of a naturally occurring peptide. Research focuses on its role in actin dynamics and cell migration relevant to wound healing.

Molecular Weight

~4963 Da (full TB-4)

Amino Acids

43 (full TB-4)

Research Status

Preclinical research only

Research Areas

Actin regulationCell migrationWound biologyCardiac repair

Tissue Repair

GHK-Cu

Copper Peptide GHK-Cu

A naturally occurring copper-binding tripeptide. Studied for its role in wound healing, collagen and elastin synthesis, and anti-inflammatory activity in tissue models.

Molecular Weight

340.4 Da (free peptide)

Amino Acids

3

Research Status

Preclinical research; cosmetic applications exist

Research Areas

Wound healingCollagen synthesisSkin biologyAnti-inflammatory models

Tissue Repair

KPV

Lysine-Proline-Valine

A C-terminal fragment of alpha-MSH. Studied for anti-inflammatory properties in gut and skin models, particularly in the context of inflammatory bowel disease research.

Molecular Weight

342.4 Da

Amino Acids

3

Research Status

Preclinical research only

Research Areas

Anti-inflammatory modelsGastrointestinal biologyWound healing

Tissue Repair

Larazotide (AT-1001)

Larazotide Acetate / AT-1001

A tight junction regulator studied for its ability to reduce intestinal permeability. Has been evaluated in clinical trials for celiac disease.

Molecular Weight

~820 Da

Amino Acids

8

Research Status

Clinical research stage

Research Areas

Tight junction regulationIntestinal permeabilityCeliac disease models

Growth Hormone Axis

CJC-1295

CJC-1295 (with and without DAC)

A growth hormone-releasing hormone analogue with extended half-life. Studied for its effects on GH secretion and IGF-1 levels.

Molecular Weight

~3367 Da

Amino Acids

30

Research Status

Preclinical and early clinical research

Research Areas

Growth hormone axisEndocrinologyMetabolic research

Growth Hormone Axis

Ipamorelin

Ipamorelin

A selective growth hormone secretagogue. Studied for selectivity relative to other GH-releasing peptides, with minimal effect on cortisol or prolactin in preclinical models.

Molecular Weight

711.9 Da

Amino Acids

5

Research Status

Preclinical research

Research Areas

Growth hormone secretagogueEndocrinologyBone density research

Growth Hormone Axis

GHRP-2

Growth Hormone Releasing Peptide-2

A synthetic hexapeptide that stimulates GH release via the ghrelin receptor. One of the most studied GHRP compounds, with documented effects on GH pulse amplitude.

Molecular Weight

817.9 Da

Amino Acids

6

Research Status

Preclinical and clinical research

Research Areas

GH secretagogueAppetite regulationMetabolic research

Growth Hormone Axis

GHRP-6

Growth Hormone Releasing Peptide-6

One of the original synthetic GH secretagogues. Studied for GH release and appetite stimulation via ghrelin receptor agonism. Also investigated for cardioprotective properties.

Molecular Weight

873.0 Da

Amino Acids

6

Research Status

Preclinical and clinical research

Research Areas

GH secretagogueAppetite stimulationCytoprotection

Growth Hormone Axis

Hexarelin

Hexarelin (Examorelin)

A potent synthetic GH secretagogue. Studied for cardiovascular protective effects independent of GH release, including research on cardiac function in animal models.

Molecular Weight

887.1 Da

Amino Acids

6

Research Status

Preclinical and clinical research

Research Areas

GH secretagogueCardiac biologyNeuroprotection

Growth Hormone Axis

Sermorelin

Sermorelin (GHRH 1-29)

A synthetic fragment of endogenous GHRH. Previously FDA-approved as a diagnostic agent. Research has examined its role in GH secretion and age-related GH decline.

Molecular Weight

3357.9 Da

Amino Acids

29

Research Status

FDA-approved diagnostic agent; RUO research context only

Research Areas

Growth hormone axisEndocrinologyAging research

Growth Hormone Axis

Tesamorelin

Tesamorelin (TH9507)

An FDA-approved GHRH analogue for HIV-associated lipodystrophy. RUO research compounds are distinct from the approved pharmaceutical product.

Molecular Weight

5135.9 Da

Amino Acids

44

Research Status

FDA-approved drug (Egrifta) — RUO research context only

Research Areas

Visceral adiposityHIV-associated lipodystrophyMetabolic research

Growth Hormone Axis

MK-677

Ibutamoren (MK-677)

A non-peptide orally active GH secretagogue. Studied for sustained GH and IGF-1 elevation. Technically a small molecule, not a peptide, but commonly catalogued alongside GH-axis peptides.

Molecular Weight

624.8 Da

Amino Acids

N/A (small molecule)

Research Status

Clinical research stage; not FDA-approved

Research Areas

GH secretagogueIGF-1 modulationMuscle biologyBone density

Melanocortin System

PT-141

Bremelanotide

An FDA-approved drug for hypoactive sexual desire disorder. RUO research compounds are distinct from the approved pharmaceutical product.

Molecular Weight

1025.2 Da

Amino Acids

7

Research Status

FDA-approved drug (Vyleesi) — RUO research context only

Research Areas

Melanocortin systemReproductive biologySexual function research

Melanocortin System

Melanotan II

Melanotan II (MT-II)

A cyclic melanocortin analogue studied for its effects on MC1R and MC4R. Research has examined pigmentation, appetite suppression, and sexual function in animal models.

Molecular Weight

1024.2 Da

Amino Acids

7

Research Status

Preclinical research only; not FDA-approved

Research Areas

Melanocortin receptorsPigmentation biologyAppetite research

Melanocortin System

Afamelanotide

Afamelanotide (NDP-MSH)

An FDA-approved MC1R agonist for erythropoietic protoporphyria. A potent synthetic analogue of alpha-MSH with extended receptor binding.

Molecular Weight

1646.9 Da

Amino Acids

13

Research Status

FDA-approved drug (Scenesse) — RUO research context only

Research Areas

Melanocortin systemPhotoprotectionErythropoietic protoporphyria

Neuropeptides

Selank

Selank (TP-7)

A synthetic analogue of the immunomodulatory peptide tuftsin. Studied in anxiety and cognitive models, with a body of research originating from Russian academic institutions.

Molecular Weight

751.9 Da

Amino Acids

7

Research Status

Preclinical research

Research Areas

NeuroscienceAnxiety modelsCognitive researchImmunomodulation

Neuropeptides

Semax

Semax (ACTH 4-7 Pro-Gly-Pro)

An ACTH-derived peptide studied for neuroprotective properties in animal models. Research has examined BDNF upregulation and cognitive performance in rodent studies.

Molecular Weight

813.9 Da

Amino Acids

7

Research Status

Preclinical research

Research Areas

NeuroprotectionCognitive modelsBDNF researchStroke models

Neuropeptides

Dihexa

Dihexa (PNB-0408)

A hepatocyte growth factor (HGF) amplifier studied for cognitive effects in animal models. Research has examined synaptogenesis and memory performance in rodent Alzheimer's models.

Molecular Weight

756.9 Da

Amino Acids

5 (modified)

Research Status

Preclinical research only

Research Areas

Cognitive enhancement modelsNeurogenesisAlzheimer's models

Neuropeptides

Cerebrolysin

Cerebrolysin (FPF-1070)

A brain-derived peptide preparation studied for neuroprotective and neurotrophic effects. Approved in several European and Asian countries; subject of ongoing clinical research.

Molecular Weight

Variable (peptide mixture)

Amino Acids

Variable

Research Status

Approved in some countries; not FDA-approved

Research Areas

NeuroprotectionNeuroplasticityStroke recovery modelsDementia research

Neuropeptides

NAP (Davunetide)

NAP / Davunetide (AL-108)

Derived from activity-dependent neuroprotective protein (ADNP). Studied for neuroprotective effects in tau-related pathology and cognitive models.

Molecular Weight

854.0 Da

Amino Acids

8

Research Status

Clinical research stage

Research Areas

NeuroprotectionTau pathologyCognitive modelsSchizophrenia research

Neuropeptides

P21

P21 (CNTF-derived peptide)

A peptide derived from ciliary neurotrophic factor (CNTF). Studied for its ability to increase BDNF and promote neurogenesis in animal models without the side effects associated with full CNTF.

Molecular Weight

~1700 Da

Amino Acids

15

Research Status

Preclinical research only

Research Areas

NeurogenesisBDNF modulationCognitive models

Aging Research

Epithalon

Epithalamin / Epitalon

A tetrapeptide studied in the context of telomerase activity and aging biology. Research originates primarily from the St. Petersburg Institute of Bioregulation and Gerontology.

Molecular Weight

390.4 Da

Amino Acids

4

Research Status

Preclinical research

Research Areas

Telomere biologyAging researchPineal gland researchTelomerase activation

Aging Research

Humanin

Humanin (HN)

A mitochondria-derived peptide with cytoprotective properties. Studied for its role in inhibiting apoptosis and its potential relevance to age-related neurodegeneration.

Molecular Weight

~2.7 kDa

Amino Acids

24

Research Status

Preclinical research

Research Areas

Mitochondrial biologyNeuroprotectionAging modelsApoptosis research

Aging Research

MOTS-c

Mitochondrial Open Reading Frame of the 12S rRNA-c

A mitochondria-derived peptide that translocates to the nucleus under metabolic stress. Studied for its role in metabolic homeostasis, insulin sensitivity, and longevity pathways.

Molecular Weight

~2.2 kDa

Amino Acids

16

Research Status

Preclinical research

Research Areas

Metabolic regulationInsulin sensitivityAging biologyExercise physiology

Aging Research

SS-31

Elamipretide (SS-31 / MTP-131)

A mitochondria-targeted peptide that concentrates in the inner mitochondrial membrane. Studied for cardioprotective and renoprotective effects in ischemia-reperfusion models.

Molecular Weight

639.8 Da

Amino Acids

4 (modified)

Research Status

Clinical research stage

Research Areas

Mitochondrial biologyCardioprotectionAging modelsRenal protection

Immune Modulation

Thymosin Alpha-1

Thymosin Alpha-1 (Tα1)

A thymic peptide that modulates T-cell maturation and immune response. Approved in over 35 countries for hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and as an adjunct in cancer therapy.

Molecular Weight

3108.4 Da

Amino Acids

28

Research Status

Approved in some countries (Zadaxin); not FDA-approved

Research Areas

Immune modulationT-cell biologyAntiviral researchOncology support models

Immune Modulation

Thymosin Beta-4

Thymosin Beta-4 (Tβ4)

The endogenous form of the peptide that TB-500 is derived from. Studied for its role in actin dynamics, wound healing, and cardiac tissue repair in preclinical models.

Molecular Weight

4963.5 Da

Amino Acids

43

Research Status

Clinical research stage

Research Areas

Actin sequestrationWound healingCardiac repairAnti-inflammatory models

Immune Modulation

LL-37

LL-37 (Cathelicidin)

The only known human cathelicidin antimicrobial peptide. Studied for broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity, immunomodulation, and wound healing in preclinical and clinical contexts.

Molecular Weight

4493.3 Da

Amino Acids

37

Research Status

Preclinical and clinical research

Research Areas

Antimicrobial biologyInnate immunityWound healingAnti-biofilm research

Immune Modulation

Thymulin

Thymulin (FTS)

A zinc-dependent thymic hormone involved in T-cell differentiation. Studied in the context of immune aging and thymic involution.

Molecular Weight

857.9 Da

Amino Acids

9

Research Status

Preclinical research

Research Areas

T-cell differentiationThymic biologyImmune aging

Metabolic

Semaglutide

Semaglutide (GLP-1 analogue)

An FDA-approved GLP-1 receptor agonist for type 2 diabetes and obesity. RUO research compounds are distinct from the approved pharmaceutical product.

Molecular Weight

4113.6 Da

Amino Acids

34

Research Status

FDA-approved drug (Ozempic/Wegovy) — RUO research context only

Research Areas

GLP-1 receptor agonismType 2 diabetesObesity researchCardiovascular outcomes

Metabolic

Tirzepatide

Tirzepatide (GIP/GLP-1 dual agonist)

An FDA-approved dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist. RUO research compounds are distinct from the approved pharmaceutical product.

Molecular Weight

4813.5 Da

Amino Acids

39

Research Status

FDA-approved drug (Mounjaro/Zepbound) — RUO research context only

Research Areas

GIP/GLP-1 dual agonismType 2 diabetesObesity researchMetabolic syndrome

Metabolic

AOD-9604

Anti-Obesity Drug 9604

A modified fragment of human growth hormone (hGH 176-191). Studied for lipolytic activity in adipose tissue models without the growth-promoting effects of full hGH.

Molecular Weight

1817.1 Da

Amino Acids

15

Research Status

Preclinical research; not FDA-approved

Research Areas

LipolysisAdipose tissue biologyMetabolic research

Metabolic

Oxytocin

Oxytocin

An endogenous nonapeptide hormone. Studied for roles in social bonding, appetite regulation, and metabolic function beyond its well-established obstetric applications.

Molecular Weight

1007.2 Da

Amino Acids

9

Research Status

FDA-approved drug (various) — RUO research context only

Research Areas

Social behaviorAppetite regulationMetabolic researchCardiovascular biology

Cardiovascular

Angiotensin (1-7)

Angiotensin 1-7

An endogenous peptide of the renin-angiotensin system that acts as a counter-regulatory axis to angiotensin II. Studied for vasodilatory, anti-fibrotic, and cardioprotective properties.

Molecular Weight

899.0 Da

Amino Acids

7

Research Status

Clinical research stage

Research Areas

Renin-angiotensin systemCardiovascular biologyRenal protectionAnti-fibrotic models

Cardiovascular

BNP

B-type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP-32)

An endogenous cardiac hormone used as a biomarker for heart failure. The recombinant form (nesiritide) is FDA-approved for acute decompensated heart failure.

Molecular Weight

3464.0 Da

Amino Acids

32

Research Status

FDA-approved drug (Natrecor/nesiritide) — RUO research context only

Research Areas

Heart failure biomarkerNatriuresisVasodilationCardiac remodeling

Pain Research

Ziconotide

Ziconotide (SNX-111)

An FDA-approved synthetic analogue of a conotoxin from the cone snail Conus magus. Approved for severe chronic pain. Blocks N-type voltage-gated calcium channels.

Molecular Weight

2639.1 Da

Amino Acids

25

Research Status

FDA-approved drug (Prialt) — RUO research context only

Research Areas

Calcium channel modulationPain biologyN-type VGCC research

Pain Research

Substance P

Substance P

An endogenous neuropeptide and neurotransmitter involved in pain signaling. Widely used as a research tool to study nociception, neurogenic inflammation, and NK1 receptor pharmacology.

Molecular Weight

1347.6 Da

Amino Acids

11

Research Status

Research tool compound

Research Areas

NociceptionNeuroinflammationNK1 receptor biologyGut motility

Antimicrobial

Beta-Defensin 1

Human Beta-Defensin 1 (hBD-1)

An endogenous antimicrobial peptide expressed in epithelial tissues. Studied for its role in innate immune defense against bacteria, fungi, and viruses.

Molecular Weight

~3920 Da

Amino Acids

36

Research Status

Preclinical research

Research Areas

Innate immunityAntimicrobial activityEpithelial biology

Antimicrobial

Magainin 2

Magainin 2

An antimicrobial peptide isolated from African clawed frog skin. Widely used as a model compound to study membrane-disrupting antimicrobial mechanisms.

Molecular Weight

2467.9 Da

Amino Acids

23

Research Status

Research tool compound

Research Areas

Antimicrobial mechanismsMembrane disruptionAnti-biofilm research

Bone Biology

PTH (1-34)

Teriparatide (PTH 1-34)

An FDA-approved anabolic agent for osteoporosis. The active fragment of parathyroid hormone. RUO research compounds are distinct from the approved pharmaceutical product.

Molecular Weight

4117.8 Da

Amino Acids

34

Research Status

FDA-approved drug (Forteo) — RUO research context only

Research Areas

Bone formationOsteoporosis modelsCalcium homeostasis

Bone Biology

Collagen Peptides

Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides

Enzymatically hydrolyzed collagen fragments. Studied for effects on joint cartilage, bone density, and skin elasticity in both preclinical and clinical settings.

Molecular Weight

1000–5000 Da (variable)

Amino Acids

Variable

Research Status

Research and nutraceutical applications

Research Areas

Extracellular matrix biologyJoint health modelsSkin biologyBone density research

Vascular Biology

VEGF Peptides

Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Peptides

Peptide fragments derived from or mimicking VEGF. Used as research tools to study angiogenesis, vascular permeability, and endothelial cell biology.

Molecular Weight

Variable

Amino Acids

Variable

Research Status

Research tool compounds

Research Areas

AngiogenesisVascular biologyWound healingTumor biology

Vascular Biology

Endostatin

Endostatin

An endogenous inhibitor of angiogenesis derived from collagen XVIII. Studied extensively in tumor biology as a potential anti-angiogenic agent.

Molecular Weight

~20 kDa

Amino Acids

184

Research Status

Clinical research stage

Research Areas

Anti-angiogenesisTumor biologyVascular biology

Gastrointestinal

Ghrelin

Ghrelin (acylated)

The endogenous ligand for the GH secretagogue receptor. Studied for its role in appetite stimulation, GH release, and gut motility. The acylated form is the active species.

Molecular Weight

3370.9 Da

Amino Acids

28

Research Status

Research tool compound

Research Areas

Appetite regulationGH secretionGut-brain axisMetabolic research

Gastrointestinal

VIP

Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide (VIP)

An endogenous neuropeptide with broad biological activity. Studied for roles in gut motility, vasodilation, bronchodilation, and immune modulation.

Molecular Weight

3326.8 Da

Amino Acids

28

Research Status

Research tool compound

Research Areas

Gut motilityVasodilationImmune modulationNeuropeptide biology

Research context only. All compound profiles are provided for educational and research information purposes. Nothing on this page constitutes medical advice, dosing guidance, or recommendations for human or veterinary use. Research compounds are not approved drugs unless explicitly noted. Researchers should consult primary literature and applicable regulations before working with any compound.