Peptide Database
All Peptides
42 comprehensive research profiles with dosing, reconstitution, mechanisms, evidence ratings, and cited studies.
42 peptides found
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AOD-9604
Anti-Obesity Drug 9604 · Tyr-hGH Fragment 177-191
AOD-9604 is a modified fragment of human growth hormone (amino acids 177-191) with a tyrosine residue added for enhanced stability. It stimulates lipolysis and inhibits lipogenesis without affecting blood glucose or IGF-1, and has been granted FDA GRAS status as a food ingredient.
ARA 290
Cibinetide · ARA290
ARA 290 (Cibinetide) is a synthetic 11-amino acid peptide derived from the tissue-protective domain of erythropoietin (EPO). It selectively activates the innate repair receptor (IRR) to provide cytoprotective, anti-inflammatory, and tissue-repair effects without stimulating red blood cell production.
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BPC-157
Body Protection Compound-157 · Pentadecapeptide
BPC-157 is a 15-amino acid peptide derived from a portion of human gastric juice protein. It has been extensively studied in animal models for its notable regenerative properties on tendons, ligaments, muscle, nervous system, and the gastrointestinal tract.
Bronchogen
Ala-Glu-Asp · AED
Bronchogen (AED) is a synthetic tripeptide (Ala-Glu-Asp) from the Khavinson bioregulator program targeting bronchial and lung tissue. It is researched for restoring respiratory epithelium function, reducing chronic airway inflammation, and supporting lung tissue repair in aging and chronic respiratory conditions.
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CJC-1295
CJC-1295 DAC · CJC-1295 without DAC
CJC-1295 is a synthetic growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) analogue that stimulates the pituitary gland to produce and release growth hormone. It exists in two forms: with and without Drug Affinity Complex (DAC), each offering different pharmacokinetic profiles.
Cortagen
Ala-Glu-Asp-Pro · AEDP
Cortagen (AEDP) is a synthetic tetrapeptide (Ala-Glu-Asp-Pro) from the Khavinson bioregulator program targeting cerebral cortex tissue. It is derived from Cortexin, a bovine brain cortex extract used clinically in Russia for neurological conditions, and is researched for neuroprotection, cognitive support, and cortical function restoration.
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Dihexa
N-hexanoic-Tyr-Ile-(6) aminohexanoic amide · PNB-0408
Dihexa is a synthetic hexapeptide analog of angiotensin IV that is 7 orders of magnitude (10 million times) more potent than BDNF at promoting hepatocyte growth factor (HGF)/c-Met receptor signaling. It is one of the most potent pro-cognitive compounds known, demonstrating notable memory enhancement in animal models of dementia.
DSIP
Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide · Delta Sleep Peptide
DSIP (Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide) is a naturally occurring nonapeptide first isolated from rabbit brain in 1977. It modulates sleep architecture, stress response, and neuroendocrine function. Research shows it promotes delta (slow-wave) sleep without sedation and normalizes disrupted sleep patterns.
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GHK-Cu
Copper Peptide · GHK Copper
GHK-Cu is a naturally occurring copper-binding tripeptide found in human plasma, saliva, and urine. It declines significantly with age and has been extensively researched for skin remodeling, wound healing, anti-inflammatory effects, and gene expression modulation favoring tissue repair.
GHK
Glycyl-Histidyl-Lysine · GHK Tripeptide
GHK (Glycyl-Histidyl-Lysine) is a naturally occurring tripeptide found in human plasma, saliva, and urine. It is the parent molecule of GHK-Cu and Pal-GHK, and has been shown to modulate over 4,000 human genes; broadly resetting gene expression toward a healthier, younger pattern.
GHRP-2
Growth Hormone Releasing Peptide 2 · Pralmorelin
GHRP-2 (Pralmorelin) is a synthetic hexapeptide growth hormone secretagogue that acts on the ghrelin/GHS receptor to stimulate pituitary growth hormone release. It is one of the most potent GHRPs studied, with a strong and consistent GH-releasing effect.
GHRP-6
Growth Hormone Releasing Peptide 6 · Growth Hormone Releasing Hexapeptide
GHRP-6 is a synthetic hexapeptide growth hormone secretagogue and one of the first GHRPs discovered. It potently stimulates GH release through the ghrelin receptor and is notable for its strong appetite-stimulating effects, making it valuable for research in both GH physiology and metabolism.
GLP-1 (7-37)
Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 · Native GLP-1
GLP-1 (7-37) is the biologically active form of the endogenous incretin hormone glucagon-like peptide-1. It is the natural peptide that semaglutide, tirzepatide, and other GLP-1 receptor agonists are designed to mimic, playing a central role in glucose homeostasis, appetite regulation, and metabolic function.
Gonadorelin
GnRH · Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone
Gonadorelin is the synthetic form of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH), a 10-amino acid peptide produced by the hypothalamus. It stimulates the pituitary gland to release LH and FSH, making it essential for fertility, testosterone production, and reproductive function. Used clinically for fertility treatment, hypogonadism diagnosis, and hormonal support.
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Hexarelin
Examorelin · HEX
Hexarelin is the most potent synthetic growth hormone releasing peptide in the GHRP family. It produces the largest GH pulses of any GHRP but also the most significant cortisol and prolactin elevation. It is notable for unique cardioprotective properties independent of GH release.
HGH Fragment 176-191
HGH Frag · AOD-9604 precursor
HGH Fragment 176-191 is a modified segment of the growth hormone molecule (amino acids 176-191) that retains the fat-burning properties of GH without its growth-promoting or diabetogenic effects. It stimulates lipolysis and inhibits lipogenesis selectively.
Humanin
HN · HNG (S14G-Humanin)
Humanin is a 24-amino acid mitochondrial-derived peptide (MDP) encoded within the mitochondrial 16S rRNA gene. It is the founding member of the mitochondrial-derived peptide family and has demonstrated potent cytoprotective effects against Alzheimer's disease pathology, apoptosis, oxidative stress, and metabolic dysfunction.
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Livagen
Lys-Glu-Asp-Ala · KEDA
Livagen (KEDA) is a synthetic tetrapeptide (Lys-Glu-Asp-Ala) from the Khavinson bioregulator program targeting hepatic (liver) tissue. It is researched for liver function restoration, hepatoprotection, chromatin decondensation, and anti-aging effects on hepatocytes.
LL-37
Cathelicidin · hCAP-18
LL-37 is the only human cathelicidin antimicrobial peptide, a 37-amino acid peptide with broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity against bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Beyond direct antimicrobial action, it modulates immune responses, promotes wound healing, and has anti-biofilm properties.
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Melanotan I
Afamelanotide · Scenesse
Melanotan I (Afamelanotide) is a synthetic analog of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH) that activates MC1R to stimulate melanogenesis. FDA-approved as Scenesse for erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP), it increases eumelanin production providing photoprotection without UV exposure.
Melanotan II
MT-II · MT-2
Melanotan II is a synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analog of α-MSH that non-selectively activates multiple melanocortin receptors (MC1R-MC5R). It produces skin tanning, sexual arousal, and appetite suppression but carries significant safety concerns due to its broad receptor activity and unregulated status.
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Pal-GHK
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 · Palmitoyl-GHK
Pal-GHK (Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1) is a lipopeptide consisting of the GHK tripeptide conjugated to palmitic acid. The palmitoyl modification dramatically enhances skin penetration and cell membrane interaction, making it one of the most widely used peptides in anti-aging skincare for collagen stimulation and wrinkle reduction.
Pinealon
Glu-Asp-Arg · EDR
Pinealon (EDR) is a synthetic tripeptide (Glu-Asp-Arg) from the Khavinson bioregulator program, designed to target brain and central nervous system tissue. It is researched for neuroprotective, cognitive-enhancing, and anti-aging effects on neural tissue.
PNC-27
p53-MDM2 Peptide · Anti-Cancer Peptide PNC-27
PNC-27 is a synthetic 32-amino acid peptide containing a p53-derived MDM2-binding domain fused to a membrane-penetrating sequence. It is researched for selective destruction of cancer cells by targeting the HDM2 (MDM2) protein that is aberrantly expressed on cancer cell surfaces, causing membrane lysis in cancer cells while leaving normal cells unharmed.
Prostamax
Lys-Glu-Asp-Pro · KEDP
Prostamax (KEDP) is a synthetic tetrapeptide (Lys-Glu-Asp-Pro) from the Khavinson bioregulator program targeting prostate tissue. It is researched for prostate function restoration, reduction of age-related prostatic changes, and support of genitourinary health in aging men.
PT-141
Bremelanotide · PT141
PT-141 (Bremelanotide) is a synthetic melanocortin peptide that acts on the central nervous system to influence sexual arousal. It is the only FDA-approved peptide for hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in premenopausal women, marketed as Vyleesi.
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Selank
TP-7 · Selanc
Selank is a synthetic heptapeptide developed at the Institute of Molecular Genetics of the Russian Academy of Sciences. It is a modified analog of the naturally occurring immunomodulatory peptide tuftsin, designed with enhanced stability and pronounced anxiolytic and nootropic properties.
Semaglutide
Ozempic · Wegovy
Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist originally developed for type 2 diabetes management. It has gained widespread attention for its significant effects on weight loss, with clinical trials demonstrating average body weight reductions of 15-17%; making it one of the most effective pharmacological weight management agents studied.
Semax
MEHFPGP · Semax 0.1%
Semax is a synthetic heptapeptide derived from the ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone) fragment 4-10. Developed in Russia as a neuroprotective and nootropic drug, it enhances cognitive function, memory, and attention through BDNF/NGF upregulation without hormonal side effects.
Sermorelin
Sermorelin Acetate · GRF 1-29
Sermorelin is a synthetic analog of the first 29 amino acids of growth hormone releasing hormone (GHRH). As the smallest GHRH fragment retaining full biological activity, it stimulates natural GH production and has been FDA-approved for diagnosing and treating GH deficiency in children.
SS-31
Elamipretide · Bendavia
SS-31 (Elamipretide) is a mitochondria-targeted tetrapeptide that selectively concentrates in the inner mitochondrial membrane. It stabilizes cardiolipin, optimizes electron transport chain efficiency, and reduces mitochondrial ROS production. Developed for mitochondrial diseases and heart failure, it represents a new class of mitochondrial medicine.
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TB-500
Thymosin Beta-4 · Tβ4
TB-500 is a synthetic fraction of the naturally occurring thymosin beta-4 protein. It has been studied for its role in cell migration, blood vessel formation, and tissue repair, with particular interest in muscle, tendon, and cardiac tissue regeneration.
Tesamorelin
Egrifta · Egrifta SV
Tesamorelin is a synthetic GHRH analog with a trans-3-hexenoic acid modification that enhances stability. It is the only FDA-approved GHRH analog currently marketed, indicated for reducing excess abdominal fat (lipodystrophy) in HIV-infected patients.
Thymosin Alpha-1
Tα1 · Ta1
Thymosin Alpha-1 is a naturally occurring 28-amino acid peptide originally isolated from thymic tissue. It is a potent immunomodulator approved in over 35 countries for treating hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and as an immune adjuvant. It enhances both innate and adaptive immunity without causing immune overstimulation.
Tirzepatide
Mounjaro · Zepbound
Tirzepatide is a first-in-class dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist developed by Eli Lilly. FDA-approved as Mounjaro for type 2 diabetes and Zepbound for chronic weight management, it has demonstrated unusual weight loss of up to 22.5% in clinical trials.
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Vilon
Lys-Glu · KE
Vilon (KE) is a synthetic dipeptide (Lys-Glu) from the Khavinson bioregulator program; the shortest of the bioregulatory peptides. It targets thymic and immune tissue, researched for immune system restoration, T-cell maturation support, and immunosenescence reversal in aging.
VIP
Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide · Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide
VIP (Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide) is a 28-amino acid endogenous neuropeptide with potent anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, neuroprotective, and vasodilatory properties. It is researched for CIRS (Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome), autoimmune conditions, and pulmonary hypertension.