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Ipamorelin
Selective GH secretagogue with a clean research profile.
Mechanism of Action
A selective ghrelin/GHS-R1a receptor agonist that stimulates GH release with minimal effect on cortisol, prolactin, or appetite — distinguishing it from older secretagogues like GHRP-6.
Research Areas
Common Research Protocols
Studied in evening dosing to align with natural nocturnal GH pulse.
Common pairing in research to combine GHRH + ghrelin-mimetic signaling.
Protocols summarized for educational reference from published research. Not dosing guidance.
Cited Research
Ipamorelin, the first selective growth hormone secretagogue
Characterized selectivity for GH release without affecting ACTH, cortisol, or prolactin.
Important Considerations
- •Generally well tolerated in research; long-term human safety data are limited.
- •Not FDA-approved.
- •Use in sport is prohibited (WADA).
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