What Is Ipamorelin? The Selective GH Secretagogue Explained
Ipamorelin is a synthetic pentapeptide in the growth hormone secretagogue class, sold for laboratory research use only. Here is what it is and how to verify a COA.
Ipamorelin is a synthetic peptide classified as a growth hormone secretagogue. It is a five-amino-acid peptide sold for laboratory research use only.
What makes Ipamorelin notable
Ipamorelin is an agonist of the growth hormone secretagogue receptor (the ghrelin receptor), the same receptor class as GHRP-2 and GHRP-6, but with a shorter five-residue sequence. Vendors commonly sell it alongside, or pre-mixed with, GHRH analogs like CJC-1295.
Research-use status
Published literature on Ipamorelin is mostly animal and early clinical work, and this page does not summarise effects or uses. Ipamorelin is sold as a research compound, not an approved drug.
What to check on an Ipamorelin COA
Look for a named lab, identity by mass spectrometry, HPLC purity reported with decimals, a matching batch, a recent test date, and endotoxin testing for injectable research preparations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ipamorelin a growth hormone?
No. Ipamorelin is a five-amino-acid synthetic peptide in the secretagogue class; growth hormone itself is a 191-amino-acid protein.
Why is Ipamorelin often paired with CJC-1295?
They belong to different pharmacological classes (secretagogue versus GHRH analog), and vendors frequently sell them together or pre-mixed. Confirm each compound separately on its COA.
What should an Ipamorelin COA include?
A named lab, mass-spec identity, HPLC purity with decimals, matching batch, recent date, and ideally endotoxin testing.