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Short-chain amino acid compounds used for recovery, healing, cognitive enhancement, metabolic optimization, and longevity — BPC-157, semaglutide, TB-500, ipamorelin, and more.

5-Amino-1MQ

An NNMT inhibitor that boosts NAD+ levels and metabolic rate. Shows promise for body recomposition and energy metabolism. Emerging research compound.

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Onset: Days-weeks (oral)Duration: Ongoing with use

AHK-Cu (Copper Tripeptide)

A copper-binding tripeptide that stimulates hair follicle growth and collagen production. Used topically for hair loss and skin rejuvenation.

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Onset: Weeks (topical)Duration: Ongoing with use

AOD-9604

A modified fragment of human growth hormone (hGH 177-191) that targets fat metabolism without the growth-promoting or diabetogenic effects of full GH.

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Onset: Weeks (cumulative)Duration: Ongoing with protocol

BPC-157

Body Protection Compound-157, a gastric pentadecapeptide that promotes tissue repair, gut healing, and angiogenesis. The most discussed peptide in the recovery space.

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Onset: Days-weeks (cumulative)Duration: Ongoing with protocol

BPC-157 Arginine Salt (Stable Form)

A stabilized arginine salt form of BPC-157 with improved oral bioavailability. Same mechanism as injectable BPC-157 but designed for oral administration.

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Onset: 30-60 min (oral)Duration: Hours

CJC-1295

A growth hormone releasing hormone (GHRH) analog that promotes sustained GH release. Frequently paired with ipamorelin for synergistic effects on recovery and body composition.

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Onset: 30-60 min (subcutaneous)Duration: 6-8 hours GH elevation

Cerebrolysin

A porcine brain-derived peptide mixture with neurotrophic and neuroprotective properties. Approved in some countries for stroke recovery and cognitive decline.

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Onset: Days-weeks (cumulative, IV)Duration: Ongoing with protocol

DSIP (Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide)

A neuropeptide that promotes delta-wave sleep patterns. Studied for insomnia, stress response normalization, and circadian rhythm regulation.

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Onset: 30-60 minDuration: 6-8 hours

Dihexa

An angiotensin IV-derived peptide that potentiates HGF/c-Met signaling and promotes synaptogenesis with exceptional molecular potency. Research-stage compound.

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Onset: Unknown (research)Duration: Unknown

Epitalon

A tetrapeptide (Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly) linked to telomerase activation and circadian rhythm regulation. One of the few peptides studied for direct anti-aging mechanisms.

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Onset: Weeks-months (cumulative)Duration: Ongoing

FOXO4-DRI

A senolytic peptide that selectively targets and clears senescent cells by disrupting FOXO4-p53 interaction. Among the most experimental peptides currently studied.

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Onset: Unknown (research)Duration: Unknown

GHK-Cu

A naturally occurring copper peptide that enhances collagen synthesis, wound healing, and skin regeneration. Backed by decades of cosmetic and regenerative research.

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Onset: Days-weeks (topical/injectable)Duration: Ongoing with use

GHRP-2

A potent growth hormone releasing peptide that activates the ghrelin receptor. Cleaner side-effect profile than GHRP-6 with less appetite stimulation.

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Onset: 15-30 min (subcutaneous)Duration: 3-4 hours GH pulse

GHRP-6

One of the earliest and most potent GHRPs. Produces robust GH secretion with significant appetite stimulation via ghrelin receptor activation.

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Onset: 15-30 min (subcutaneous)Duration: 3-4 hours GH pulse

Gonadorelin

A synthetic form of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH). Used clinically to stimulate LH and FSH release for fertility and hormone optimization.

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Onset: Minutes (IV/subcutaneous)Duration: 1-4 hours

Hexarelin

A powerful GHRP that stimulates the pituitary to increase GH production. Notable for cardioprotective properties in research models.

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Onset: 15-30 min (subcutaneous)Duration: 4-6 hours

Humanin

A naturally occurring mitochondrial-derived peptide with cytoprotective effects. Studied for neuroprotection, metabolic regulation, and aging.

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Onset: Variable (research)Duration: Variable

IGF-1 LR3

A long-acting analog of insulin-like growth factor 1 with enhanced bioavailability. Promotes muscle hyperplasia and tissue growth.

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Onset: HoursDuration: 20-30 hours (extended)

Ipamorelin

A selective growth hormone releasing peptide (GHRP) that stimulates GH release with minimal effects on cortisol or prolactin. Favored for its clean side-effect profile.

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Onset: 15-30 min (subcutaneous)Duration: 3-4 hours GH pulse

KPV

An anti-inflammatory tripeptide derived from alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (alpha-MSH). Studied primarily for gut inflammation and intestinal barrier function.

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Onset: Days-weeks (cumulative)Duration: Ongoing with protocol

Kisspeptin-10

A neuropeptide that regulates the HPG axis and GnRH release. Studied for reproductive endocrinology and as a diagnostic tool for puberty disorders.

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Onset: Minutes (IV)Duration: 30-60 min

LL-37

A cathelicidin antimicrobial peptide with broad-spectrum activity against bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Part of the innate immune system's first line of defense.

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Onset: VariableDuration: Variable

MK-677 (Ibutamoren)

An oral growth hormone secretagogue (technically not a peptide but commonly grouped with them). Stimulates GH and IGF-1 release through ghrelin receptor activation.

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Onset: 1-2 hours (oral)Duration: 24 hours (once daily)

MOTS-c

A mitochondrial-derived peptide that activates AMPK, the master metabolic switch. Described as an exercise mimetic — improves glucose uptake and fatty acid oxidation.

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Onset: Days-weeks (cumulative)Duration: Ongoing with protocol

Melanotan II

A synthetic alpha-MSH analog that stimulates melanogenesis (skin tanning) and has secondary effects on libido and appetite suppression.

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Onset: 1-2 hoursDuration: 24-48 hours (tanning)

P21 (Cerebrolysin Fragment)

A synthetic fragment of cerebrolysin's active component that promotes CNTF expression and neurogenesis. Research-stage compound for cognitive enhancement.

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Onset: Days-weeks (cumulative)Duration: Ongoing

PE-22-28

A synthetic peptide that inhibits PDE-4, increasing cAMP levels in the brain. Studied for cognitive enhancement and neuroprotection. No human trial data.

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Onset: Unknown (research)Duration: Unknown

PEG-MGF

PEGylated Mechano Growth Factor — a splice variant of IGF-1 that promotes muscle satellite cell activation and repair after mechanical stress.

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Onset: Hours (subcutaneous)Duration: Days (PEGylated half-life)

PT-141 (Bremelanotide)

A melanocortin receptor agonist that enhances sexual arousal via CNS pathways. FDA-approved as Vyleesi for hypoactive sexual desire disorder in women.

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Onset: 30-60 min (subcutaneous)Duration: 6-12 hours

Pentosan Polysulfate

A semi-synthetic polysaccharide with anti-inflammatory and chondroprotective properties. FDA-approved for interstitial cystitis. Studied for joint repair.

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Onset: Weeks (cumulative)Duration: Ongoing

SNAP-8 (Acetyl Glutamyl Heptapeptide-1)

An extended version of Argireline that reduces facial muscle contraction. Used in anti-wrinkle cosmetics as a topical alternative to botulinum toxin.

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Onset: Days-weeks (topical)Duration: Ongoing with use

SS-31 (Elamipretide)

A mitochondria-targeting tetrapeptide that stabilizes cardiolipin in the inner mitochondrial membrane. Investigational drug for mitochondrial dysfunction.

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Onset: Hours (subcutaneous)Duration: Ongoing with protocol

Selank

A tuftsin-derived heptapeptide with anxiolytic and cognitive-enhancing properties. Reduces stress and anxiety without sedation or dependency risk.

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Onset: 15-30 min (intranasal)Duration: 4-8 hours

Semaglutide

A GLP-1 receptor agonist FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes (Ozempic) and weight management (Wegovy). The most prescribed peptide-based therapeutic globally.

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Onset: Days-weeks (cumulative)Duration: Weekly dosing

Semax

A synthetic ACTH(4-10) analog that upregulates BDNF and modulates dopaminergic/serotonergic signaling. Developed in Russia as a neuroprotective and cognitive-enhancing nasal spray.

PeptidesTraditional use
Onset: 15-30 min (intranasal)Duration: 4-6 hours

Sermorelin

A 29-amino-acid GHRH analog with the longest clinical track record of any GH peptide. Stimulates natural pulsatile GH release from the pituitary.

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Onset: 15-30 min (subcutaneous)Duration: Pulsatile over hours

TB-500

A synthetic fragment of Thymosin Beta-4 that promotes cell migration, blood vessel growth, and wound repair. Often stacked with BPC-157 for tissue healing.

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Onset: Days-weeks (cumulative)Duration: Ongoing with protocol

Tesamorelin

An FDA-approved GHRH analog originally for HIV-associated lipodystrophy. Growing off-label use for abdominal fat reduction and metabolic optimization.

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Onset: Weeks (cumulative)Duration: Ongoing with protocol

Thymosin Alpha-1

An immune-modulating peptide that enhances T-cell function. Used clinically in some countries for chronic infections, hepatitis B/C, and as immune support.

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Onset: Days-weeks (cumulative)Duration: Ongoing with protocol

Tirzepatide

A dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes (Mounjaro) and obesity (Zepbound). Shows superior weight loss efficacy vs. semaglutide in trials.

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Onset: Days-weeks (cumulative)Duration: Weekly dosing

VIP (Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide)

A neuropeptide with potent anti-inflammatory and immunoregulatory properties. Used as a nasal spray for mold illness (CIRS) and chronic inflammatory conditions.

PeptidesTraditional use
Onset: Minutes (intranasal)Duration: 4-6 hours