peptideInjectable
Hexarelin
Half-life
1 h
Typical timing
bedtime
Food rule
either
Default unit
mcg
Studied for
Overview
Hexarelin is a synthetic hexapeptide, meaning it is composed of six amino acids. It belongs to a class of compounds known as growth hormone secretagogues (GHS). These compounds work by stimulating the body's natural production and release of growth hormone (GH) from the pituitary gland. Hexarelin specifically binds to the growth hormone secretagogue receptor (GHS-R), also known as the ghrelin receptor, primarily located in the pituitary and hypothalamus. This interaction mimics the action of ghrelin, a naturally occurring peptide hormone that also stimulates GH release. As a result of increased GH levels, several downstream effects can occur, including an increase in insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) production in the liver. Hexarelin has been studied for its potential roles in various physiological processes due to its GH-releasing properties, including muscle development, tissue repair, and cardiovascular health. (PubChem, DrugBank)
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Sources referenced
* PubChem (National Library of Medicine)
* DrugBank (University of Alberta)
* European Medicines Agency Public Assessment Reports (Medicines Evalutation Board)
* National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements (NIH ODS)
* Scientific literature reviews on growth hormone secretagogues (e.g., articles indexed on PubMed)
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