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Muscle & Recovery

Peptides explored for enhancing endogenous GH pulsatility, protein synthesis, and lean tissue preservation without endocrine shutdown.

Peptides in this Category (4)

Target compounds
Research CompoundBody Protection Compound
BPC-157
A stable 15-amino acid peptide derived from human gastric juice, widely investigated for tissue healing, angiogenesis, and gut mucosa integrity.
Biological Half-Life~4 hours
Research CompoundModified GRF (1-29)
CJC-1295
A synthetic growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) analog engineered with 4 amino acid substitutions to resist enzyme cleavage.
Biological Half-Life~30 minutes (no DAC) / 6-8 days (with DAC)
Research CompoundSelective GH Secretagogue
Ipamorelin
A selective pentapeptide ghrelin receptor agonist that stimulates growth hormone release with minimal impact on cortisol, prolactin, or aldosterone.
Biological Half-Life~2 hours
FDA ApprovedGHRH (1-29) Amide
Sermorelin
A 29-amino acid truncated analog of growth hormone-releasing hormone representing the shortest fully functional biological fragment capable of stimulating pituitary GH secretion.
Biological Half-Life~12 - 20 minutes

Related Clinical Studies (1)

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Preclinical2010-09-15

Stable Gastric Pentadecapeptide BPC 157 Promotes Tendon and Muscle Healing

Preclinical biomechanical assessment showing accelerated structural restoration, functional load tolerance, and enhanced VEGFR2 phosphorylation following BPC 157 administration.

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