Retatrutide
Metabolic Research
- Triple GIP / GLP-1 / glucagon receptor agonist.
- Being studied for obesity and metabolic disease.
- Investigational. Not FDA-approved.
- Research use only.
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BPC-157
Tissue & Gut Health Research
- Synthetic peptide derived from a natural protein found in the stomach.
- Studied for tissue repair, tendon, ligament and gut health.
- Preclinical research shows promising results.
- Not FDA-approved. Research use only.
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TB-500
Recovery & Performance Research
- Synthetic peptide related to a protein found in the body.
- Studied for tissue repair and cell migration.
- Preclinical research shows promising results.
- Not FDA-approved. Research use only.
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CJC-1295 + Ipamorelin
Growth Hormone Research
- Peptides that influence growth-hormone pathways.
- Commonly researched together.
- Studied for recovery, body composition and sleep support.
- Not FDA-approved as this combination.
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GHK-Cu
Skin & Regeneration Research
- Naturally occurring copper-binding peptide.
- Studied for skin health, wound healing and collagen support.
- Shown to support skin-regeneration processes in research.
- Research use only.
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Semaglutide
Metabolic Health Research
- GLP-1 receptor agonist.
- Reduces appetite and slows gastric emptying.
- FDA-approved formulations exist for diabetes and weight management.
- Use only under medical supervision.
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KPV
Inflammation Research
- Short peptide fragment.
- Primarily investigated for inflammatory pathways.
- Research remains early-stage.
- Research use only.
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Semax
Cognitive & Neurological Research
- Synthetic peptide developed for neurological research.
- Studied for neuroprotective and cognitive effects.
- Not FDA-approved in the United States.
- Research use only.
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Selank
Calm & Cognitive Research
- Synthetic peptide studied for possible anxiolytic and nootropic effects.
- Research has explored stress-response and cognitive pathways.
- Human evidence remains limited and regulatory status varies by country.
- Not FDA-approved in the United States.
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Tesamorelin
Growth Hormone–Releasing Hormone Analog
- Stimulates natural growth-hormone release.
- An FDA-approved prescription product exists for a specific indication.
- Use and claims should match the approved product and indication.
- Use only under medical supervision.
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PT-141 (Bremelanotide)
Sexual Arousal Pathway
- Melanocortin receptor agonist that acts through central nervous-system pathways involved in sexual arousal.
- Bremelanotide is the active ingredient in an FDA-approved prescription medicine for a specific female HSDD indication.
- It is not approved as a general sexual-performance treatment.
- Prescription use should be under qualified medical supervision.
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