
Ipamorelin is a synthetic pentapeptide with the sequence Aib-His-D-2-Nal-D-Phe-Lys. It belongs to the growth hormone secretagogue (GHS) class and binds the ghrelin receptor in the pituitary and hypothalamus. Comparative pharmacology literature describes it as one of the cleaner GHRPs, in the sense that it triggers growth hormone release without meaningful elevations in ACTH, cortisol, or prolactin.
Binding at the GHSR-1a receptor produces a pulsatile growth hormone release pattern that follows the body's natural rhythms more closely than non-selective agonists. The selectivity appears to come from the D-2-Nal and D-Phe substitutions at positions three and four, which interact with a specific pocket on the receptor without triggering secondary endocrine pathways.
Novo Nordisk developed the compound in the mid 1990s during a broader program looking for growth hormone secretagogues with cleaner endocrine profiles. Clinical development for post-operative ileus paused in the mid 2000s, but the peptide remains a common reference point in comparative GHRP literature.
Published research literature covers the following areas:
LAR supplies this compound as a reference standard to qualified laboratories. No dosing schedules, administration methods, or human-use guidance is provided or implied.
Sealed vial: Stable at refrigerated temperatures (2–8 °C) for up to 24 months. Stable at room temperature (up to 25 °C) for 30 days during shipping.
After opening: Refrigerate at 2–8 °C and use within 30 days. Protect from light. Do not freeze after opening.
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No. Research peptides supplied by LAR are reference materials for laboratory investigation. They are not approved by the FDA or any national regulatory body for human use.
Yes. Vials ship as lyophilized powder, giving your lab control over solvent selection and final concentration. Reconstitution should follow your laboratory's standard practice.
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