Ipamorelin
Aib-His-D-2-Nal-D-Phe-Lys-NH2. Peptide, growth hormone secretagogue (ghrp).
This page describes what Ipamorelin is and its known risks. It is not medical advice and not a guide to using it. Many of these substances are prescription-only or illegal to use without a prescription. Speak to a doctor.
- Class
- Peptide
- Legal status
- Research chemical (not approved for human use)
- Half-life
- 2 hours
- Liver strain
- None
- Kidney strain
- None
- Converts to estrogen
- None
- Suppresses natural hormones
- Not typically
Medical uses
- None (research for growth hormone deficiency)
What it does in the body
Anabolic
- Increased growth hormone release
- Increased IGF-1 levels
- Lean muscle gain (mild)
- Fat loss
- Improved recovery
- Improved sleep quality
- Anti-aging effects
Forms, half-life and detection
| Form | Half-life | Reported detection window |
|---|---|---|
| Injectable (Subcutaneous) | 2 hours | Unknown |
Side effects and health risks
Common
- Increased hunger
- Water retention (mild)
- Headaches (rare)
- Injection site reactions
Hormones and fertility
- Increased cortisol (minimal compared to other GHRPs)
- Increased prolactin (minimal)
Related compounds
- BPC-157
- TB-500 (Thymosin Beta-4)
- Melanotan II (MT-II)
- CJC-1295 (with or without DAC)
- PEG-MGF (Pegylated Mechano Growth Factor)
- GHK-Cu (Copper Peptide)
- Thymosin Alpha-1
- AOD-9604
Questions
What is the half-life of Ipamorelin?
About 2 hours. Half-life is the time for the level in the blood to fall by half.
How long is Ipamorelin detectable?
Testing windows of Unknown are reported, depending on the test and the person.
Is Ipamorelin legal?
Research chemical (not approved for human use). Laws differ by country and change; check the rules where you live.
What blood tests matter with Ipamorelin?
Ask a doctor which tests suit you.
What are the side effects of Ipamorelin?
Common: increased hunger, water retention (mild) and headaches (rare). Hormones and fertility: increased cortisol (minimal compared to other ghrps) and increased prolactin (minimal).
For information only, not medical advice. MyoStats is a tracking tool used at your own discretion. Speak to a doctor before changing your training, diet, medication or anything you take.