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Ipamorelin is a synthetic pentapeptide that belongs to the growth hormone secretagogue family. Its sequence is Aib-His-D-2-Nal-D-Phe-Lys-NH2, incorporating two non-natural residues that resist enzymatic breakdown. Researchers at Novo Nordisk described the compound in the 1990s while searching for agents that release growth hormone with fewer side effects than earlier secretagogues. The molecule acts as an agonist at the ghrelin receptor, also called GHS-R1a, which is expressed in the pituitary and in several peripheral tissues.
Selectivity distinguishes ipamorelin from first-generation secretagogues such as GHRP-6. At doses that reliably raise growth hormone, it shows little stimulation of adrenocorticotropic hormone or cortisol release in animal models, and it does not markedly raise prolactin or appetite. Binding at GHS-R1a on pituitary somatotrophs triggers calcium influx and pulsatile growth hormone secretion. Because the compound mimics the natural ghrelin signal, the release pattern tends to follow the body's own rhythm rather than producing a sustained elevation.
Ipamorelin is a synthetic pentapeptide that belongs to the growth hormone secretagogue family. Its sequence is Aib-His-D-2-Nal-D-Phe-Lys-NH2, and its molecular mass is approximately 711.9 daltons. The compound was described in the late 1990s by researchers seeking molecules that release growth hormone with fewer side effects than earlier secretagogues. It is a laboratory and research compound, not an approved medicine in most jurisdictions.
At the molecular level, ipamorelin acts as an agonist at the growth hormone secretagogue receptor, also called the ghrelin receptor or GHS-R1a. Binding to this receptor on pituitary somatotroph cells triggers a signaling cascade that leads to growth hormone release. The effect is mediated through phospholipase C and calcium mobilization rather than through the cyclic AMP pathway used by growth hormone releasing hormone. The two pathways are complementary, and combined stimulation produces a larger response than either alone.
Compared with other secretagogues such as GHRP-2, GHRP-6, and hexarelin, ipamorelin is described as more selective. Published animal work reports little or no increase in adrenocorticotropic hormone, cortisol, or prolactin at doses that release growth hormone. This selectivity is the property most often cited in the research literature. Whether the same profile holds across species and dosing schedules remains an open question, since human data are limited and come largely from small studies.
| Property | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Molecular formula | C38H49N9O5 | Includes two non-natural residues |
| Molecular weight | About 711.9 g/mol | Confirmed by mass spectrometry |
| Appearance | White to off-white powder | Typical lyophilized form |
| Receptor target | GHS-R1a | Ghrelin receptor agonist |
| Plasma half-life | Roughly 2 hours | Varies by species and assay |
Lyophilized ipamorelin is generally held at minus twenty degrees Celsius or colder, protected from light and moisture. In solution the peptide is less stable, and degradation proceeds through hydrolysis of the amide backbone, oxidation of the histidine residue, and aggregation. Repeated freeze-thaw cycles accelerate these processes, so dividing material into single-use aliquots before freezing is common practice in research settings. Buffered formulations near neutral pH tend to show the slowest degradation, while strongly acidic or basic conditions raise hydrolysis rates. Stability data specific to ipamorelin are sparse, and much guidance is extrapolated from other short peptides.
Quality control for research-grade ipamorelin is not governed by a single harmonized pharmacopeial monograph, so certificates of analysis vary between suppliers. Common tests include appearance, solubility, water content, peptide content by quantitative amino acid analysis, and residual counterion measurement. Independent verification by an outside laboratory is often used to confirm identity and purity claims. Salt form, counterion content, and residual solvent levels are frequently unspecified, which complicates direct comparison between lots and leaves reproducibility partly unresolved.
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The peptide is Aib-His-D-2-Nal-D-Phe-Lys-NH2. Two of its residues are non-natural, which slows enzymatic degradation. The C-terminal amide is common among bioactive peptides.
It binds the same ghrelin receptor but with greater selectivity in functional assays. Preclinical work reports less cortisol and prolactin stimulation at growth-hormone-releasing doses. Those differences are relative, not absolute, and depend on dose and model.
No major regulatory authority has approved it for human therapeutic use. It is sold as a research chemical for laboratory investigation. Clinical status varies by country and is subject to change.
Ipamorelin is a synthetic pentapeptide that stimulates growth hormone release by activating the ghrelin receptor. It is handled as a research tool rather than as a licensed therapeutic product. Its short chain length makes it comparatively simple to synthesize and analyze.