Peptide Dictionary (75)
Educational knowledge base covering benefits, mechanisms, administration, and use cases.
Abaloparatide
Subcutaneous InjectionBone formation for osteoporosis
A PTHrP analog that stimulates bone formation with potentially less hypercalcemia risk than teriparatide.
Bone Health
Afamelanotide
SC InjectionAlpha-MSH analog stimulating melanogenesis for erythropoietic protoporphyria
Angiotensin II
IV InfusionBlood pressure elevation in distributive shock
Synthetic angiotensin II used as a vasopressor for refractory vasodilatory shock.
Cardiovascular
AOD-9604
Subcutaneous InjectionFat metabolism support
A modified fragment of human growth hormone studied for its fat-reducing properties.
Fat LossMetabolic Health
Atosiban
IV InfusionDelay of premature birth
An oxytocin receptor antagonist used to delay imminent preterm delivery.
Bivalirudin
IV InfusionAnticoagulation during percutaneous coronary intervention
A direct thrombin inhibitor used for anticoagulation during cardiac catheterization procedures.
Cardiovascular
Bortezomib
IV InfusionFirst-in-class reversible proteasome inhibitor for multiple myeloma
BPC-157
Subcutaneous InjectionTissue repair and gut healing
A gastric pentadecapeptide researched for tissue-healing and anti-inflammatory properties.
RecoveryGut HealthJoint Support+2
CagriSema
SC InjectionFixed-dose combination of semaglutide and cagrilintide (amylin analog)
Calcitonin-Salmon
Intranasal / Subcutaneous InjectionBone loss prevention and pain relief
A salmon-derived calcitonin peptide that inhibits bone resorption and provides analgesic effects.
Bone Health
Carfilzomib
IV InfusionMultiple myeloma treatment
An irreversible proteasome inhibitor for relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma.
CJC-1295
Subcutaneous InjectionGrowth hormone release stimulation
A synthetic GHRH analog that stimulates sustained growth hormone release from the pituitary.
Muscle GrowthRecoveryAnti-Aging+2
Degarelix
SC InjectionGnRH antagonist with immediate testosterone suppression without flare
Desmopressin
Intranasal / Oral / Subcutaneous InjectionWater balance regulation and bleeding control
A synthetic vasopressin analog for diabetes insipidus, bedwetting, and bleeding disorders.
Metabolic Health
Difelikefalin
IV InfusionItch relief for kidney disease patients
A peripheral kappa opioid receptor agonist for treatment of chronic itch in dialysis patients.
DSIP
Subcutaneous Injection / IntranasalSleep regulation and stress reduction
Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide, a neuromodulator studied for sleep promotion and stress adaptation.
SleepCognitive SupportNeuroprotection
Dulaglutide
Subcutaneous InjectionWeekly blood sugar control
A once-weekly GLP-1 receptor agonist with Fc fusion for sustained diabetes management.
Metabolic HealthCardiovascular
Elamipretide
Subcutaneous InjectionMitochondrial function restoration
A mitochondria-targeted tetrapeptide being developed for Barth syndrome and mitochondrial diseases.
Anti-AgingCardiovascularNeuroprotection
Enfuvirtide
Subcutaneous InjectionHIV-1 treatment through viral entry inhibition
The first-in-class HIV fusion inhibitor that blocks viral entry into host cells.
Immune Support
Epitalon
Subcutaneous InjectionTelomerase activation and anti-aging
A synthetic tetrapeptide studied for its ability to activate telomerase and regulate cellular aging.
Anti-AgingSleepImmune Support
Eptifibatide
IV InfusionCyclic peptide GPIIb/IIIa inhibitor preventing platelet aggregation
Etelcalcetide
IV InfusionPTH reduction in dialysis patients
An IV calcimimetic peptide for secondary hyperparathyroidism in hemodialysis patients.
Bone Health
Exenatide
Subcutaneous InjectionBlood sugar regulation from natural peptide source
A GLP-1 receptor agonist derived from Gila monster venom for type 2 diabetes treatment.
Metabolic HealthFat Loss
GHK-Cu
Topical / Subcutaneous InjectionSkin rejuvenation and wound healing
A copper-binding tripeptide naturally found in human plasma, studied for skin regeneration and anti-aging.
Skin HealthAnti-AgingWound Healing+1
GHRP-2
Subcutaneous Injection / IV InfusionPotent growth hormone stimulation with diagnostic utility
A synthetic hexapeptide GH secretagogue approved in Japan for diagnosis of GH deficiency.
Muscle GrowthRecoveryAnti-Aging+1
GHRP-6
Subcutaneous InjectionGrowth hormone release stimulation
A synthetic hexapeptide that potently stimulates growth hormone secretion via the ghrelin receptor.
Muscle GrowthRecoveryFat Loss+1
Glucagon
Subcutaneous Injection / Intramuscular / IntranasalEmergency treatment of severe hypoglycemia
A pancreatic hormone used as an emergency treatment for severe low blood sugar and as a diagnostic aid.
Metabolic Health
Gonadorelin
Subcutaneous Injection / IV InfusionLuteinizing hormone stimulation
A synthetic GnRH (gonadotropin-releasing hormone) used to stimulate or test pituitary LH/FSH release.
Sexual HealthMetabolic Health
Goserelin
SC InjectionGnRH superagonist implant for hormone-dependent cancers
Hexarelin
Subcutaneous Injection / IV InfusionGrowth hormone release with cardioprotective effects
A synthetic hexapeptide GH secretagogue with unique cardioprotective properties independent of GH release.
Muscle GrowthRecoveryCardiovascular+1
Icatibant
SC InjectionBradykinin B2 receptor antagonist for acute HAE attacks
Imeglimin
OralNovel oral anti-diabetic targeting mitochondrial bioenergetics
Ipamorelin
Subcutaneous InjectionSelective growth hormone secretion
A selective growth hormone secretagogue that stimulates GH release without affecting cortisol or prolactin.
Muscle GrowthAnti-AgingRecovery+2
Kisspeptin
Subcutaneous Injection / IV InfusionReproductive hormone regulation
A neuropeptide that plays a central role in regulating reproductive hormone release and puberty onset.
Sexual HealthMetabolic Health
KPV
Oral / Topical / Subcutaneous InjectionAnti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activity
A C-terminal tripeptide of alpha-MSH with potent anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.
Gut HealthAnti-InflammatoryWound Healing+2
Lanreotide
SC InjectionLong-acting somatostatin analog with deep SC depot formulation
Larazotide
OralIntestinal barrier restoration in celiac disease
A tight junction modulator being developed as an adjunctive therapy for celiac disease.
Gut Health
Leuprolide
Subcutaneous Injection / IntramuscularReproductive hormone suppression
A GnRH superagonist that suppresses sex hormone production for cancer and reproductive conditions.
Metabolic Health
Linaclotide
OralConstipation and IBS symptom relief
A guanylate cyclase-C agonist for irritable bowel syndrome with constipation and chronic constipation.
Gut Health
Liraglutide
Subcutaneous InjectionBlood sugar control and weight loss
A once-daily GLP-1 receptor agonist for type 2 diabetes and chronic weight management.
Metabolic HealthFat LossCardiovascular
Lixisenatide
Subcutaneous InjectionOnce-daily blood sugar control for type 2 diabetes
A once-daily GLP-1 receptor agonist for glycemic control in type 2 diabetes.
Metabolic Health
LL-37
Topical / IV InfusionAntimicrobial defense and immune modulation
The only human cathelicidin antimicrobial peptide, involved in innate immune defense and wound healing.
Immune SupportAnti-InflammatoryWound Healing
Melanotan II
Subcutaneous InjectionMelanogenesis stimulation (skin tanning)
A synthetic melanocortin peptide that stimulates melanin production and has been studied for tanning effects.
Skin Health
MOTS-c
Subcutaneous InjectionMetabolic regulation and exercise mimetic
A mitochondria-derived peptide that regulates metabolic homeostasis and has exercise-mimetic properties.
Metabolic HealthAnti-AgingFat Loss+1
Nafarelin
IntranasalIntranasal hormone therapy for endometriosis
An intranasal GnRH agonist used for endometriosis and central precocious puberty.
Nesiritide
IV InfusionRecombinant BNP for acute decompensated heart failure
Octreotide
Subcutaneous Injection / IntramuscularGrowth hormone and gastrointestinal hormone suppression
A synthetic somatostatin analog used to treat acromegaly, carcinoid syndrome, and neuroendocrine tumors.
Metabolic Health
Orforglipron
OralNon-peptide oral GLP-1 receptor agonist with small-molecule-like properties
Oxytocin
IV Infusion / Intramuscular / IntranasalLabor induction and postpartum hemorrhage management
An endogenous neuropeptide hormone used clinically for labor induction and control of postpartum bleeding.
Cardiovascular
Pasireotide
SC InjectionMulti-receptor somatostatin analog with high SSTR5 affinity
Pemvidutide
SC InjectionGLP-1/glucagon dual agonist optimized for liver fat reduction
Plecanatide
OralRelief from chronic constipation and IBS-C
A uroguanylin analog that treats constipation by stimulating intestinal fluid secretion.
Gut Health
Pramlintide
SC InjectionSynthetic amylin analog slowing gastric emptying and reducing postprandial glucose
PT-141
Subcutaneous InjectionSexual function support
A melanocortin receptor agonist approved for hypoactive sexual desire disorder in women.
Sexual Health
Retatrutide
SC InjectionTriple incretin agonist targeting GLP-1/GIP/glucagon receptors
Rusfertide
SC InjectionHepcidin mimetic peptide reducing iron-driven erythrocytosis
Selank
IntranasalAnxiety reduction and cognitive enhancement
A synthetic peptide derived from tuftsin, developed as an anxiolytic and nootropic agent.
Cognitive SupportNeuroprotectionImmune Support
Semaglutide
Subcutaneous Injection / OralBlood sugar regulation and weight management
A GLP-1 receptor agonist used for type 2 diabetes and chronic weight management.
Metabolic HealthFat LossCardiovascular
Semax
IntranasalNeuroprotection and cognitive enhancement
A synthetic analog of ACTH(4-10) developed as a nootropic and neuroprotective agent.
Cognitive SupportNeuroprotectionRecovery
Sermorelin
Subcutaneous InjectionNatural growth hormone stimulation
A GHRH analog that stimulates the pituitary to release growth hormone naturally.
Anti-AgingMuscle GrowthRecovery+1
Setmelanotide
Subcutaneous InjectionTreatment of rare genetic obesity
An MC4R agonist approved for obesity caused by specific genetic deficiencies in the melanocortin pathway.
Fat LossMetabolic Health
Substance P
Subcutaneous Injection / IV InfusionPain and inflammation research tool
An endogenous undecapeptide neurotransmitter central to pain signaling and neurogenic inflammation.
Neuroprotection
Survodutide
SC InjectionDual glucagon/GLP-1 receptor agonist for obesity and metabolic liver disease
TB-500
Subcutaneous InjectionTissue repair and inflammation reduction
A synthetic fragment of Thymosin Beta-4 studied for tissue repair and anti-inflammatory effects.
RecoveryAnti-InflammatoryWound Healing+1
Teduglutide
SC InjectionGLP-2 analog promoting intestinal mucosal growth and nutrient absorption
Teriparatide
Subcutaneous InjectionBone formation stimulation
A recombinant PTH fragment that stimulates new bone formation for severe osteoporosis treatment.
Bone Health
Tesamorelin
Subcutaneous InjectionVisceral fat reduction
An FDA-approved GHRH analog used to reduce excess abdominal fat in HIV-associated lipodystrophy.
Fat LossMetabolic HealthCognitive Support
Thymosin Alpha-1
Subcutaneous InjectionImmune system modulation and support
An immunomodulatory peptide used to enhance immune function in chronic infections.
Immune SupportAnti-Inflammatory
Thymosin Beta-4
Topical / Subcutaneous InjectionWound healing and tissue regeneration
A naturally occurring 43-amino acid peptide involved in tissue repair and cell migration.
Wound HealingRecoverySkin Health+2
Tirzepatide
Subcutaneous InjectionDual-action blood sugar and weight management
A first-in-class dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist for diabetes and weight management.
Metabolic HealthFat LossCardiovascular
Triptorelin
Intramuscular InjectionLong-acting hormone suppression for prostate cancer
A GnRH superagonist with depot formulations for treatment of hormone-dependent conditions.
Vasopressin
IV InfusionBlood pressure support in vasodilatory shock
An endogenous posterior pituitary hormone used as a vasopressor in critical care settings.
Cardiovascular
VIP
IV Infusion / Intranasal / InhalationVasodilation and immune modulation
An endogenous 28-amino acid neuropeptide with broad vasodilatory, immunomodulatory, and neuroprotective properties.
CardiovascularAnti-InflammatoryNeuroprotection+1
Ziconotide
IntrathecalSevere chronic pain management
A synthetic cone snail venom peptide for severe chronic pain refractory to other treatments.
Neuroprotection
Zilucoplan
SC InjectionMacrocyclic peptide complement C5 inhibitor for myasthenia gravis