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Ipamorelin — UK Research Peptide

Selective GHSR agonist that works synergistically with CJC-1295.

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Ipamorelin: Research Overview

Ipamorelin is a synthetic pentapeptide and a selective growth-hormone secretagogue receptor (GHSR) agonist. It is a common reference compound in research into the ghrelin/GHSR pathway and growth-hormone regulation, valued in the literature for its selectivity. Innovate Peptides supplies ipamorelin as a high-purity research chemical for laboratory use in the United Kingdom.

What Is Ipamorelin?

Ipamorelin is a small, stable five-amino-acid peptide that mimics the action of ghrelin at its receptor. In published research it is noted for stimulating growth-hormone release with comparatively little effect on other hormones such as cortisol and prolactin, which makes it a useful selective tool compound for isolating GHSR-mediated effects in laboratory models.

Mechanism of Action in Research

In laboratory models, ipamorelin acts as a selective agonist at the growth-hormone secretagogue receptor (GHSR, the ghrelin receptor) on pituitary cells. Receptor activation in published research is associated with the release of growth hormone. It is frequently studied together with GHRH analogues such as CJC-1295, where the two are reported to act on complementary pathways.

Common Research Applications

Published preclinical and in-vitro studies involving GHSR agonists such as ipamorelin have explored:

Specifications

Storage and Handling

Lyophilised ipamorelin is typically stored below -18°C and protected from light for long-term stability. Once reconstituted with bacteriostatic water for laboratory preparation, research protocols generally recommend refrigeration at 2-8°C and use within a defined working window. Always follow your institution's standard operating procedures for handling research chemicals.

Why Researchers Choose Innovate Peptides

Every batch is independently third-party tested for purity and identity, dispatched same-day on UK orders placed before 2 PM GMT, and shipped tracked. Batch-specific certificates of analysis are available on request with your order number.

For laboratory research use only. Not for human consumption. The above summarises published preclinical research and is not medical advice.

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