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Ipamorelin is a synthetic pentapeptide classified as a growth hormone secretagogue. Its sequence, Aib-His-D-2-Nal-D-Phe-Lys-NH2, combines three non-proteinogenic residues with a C-terminal amide. The N-terminal aminoisobutyric acid unit and the two aromatic D-amino acids distinguish it from peptides assembled only from standard L-amino acids. Its formula is C38H49N9O5, corresponding to an average mass near 711.9 Da. At neutral pH the molecule carries a net positive charge, a property that shapes its behaviour in chromatographic and electrophoretic systems.
The compound was developed at Novo Nordisk during the 1990s as part of a programme seeking secretagogues with improved selectivity. It was described in the peer-reviewed literature in 1998 alongside related pentapeptides from the same series. Investigators advanced it because it raised growth hormone output in animal models while leaving other pituitary hormones comparatively unaffected. The development code NNC 26-0161 appears in earlier reports, and ipamorelin later became the common designation in published work.
Peptides such as ipamorelin are subject to chemical and physical degradation. Hydrolysis of peptide bonds, oxidation of susceptible residues, and aggregation are common pathways that reduce purity over time. The rate of these processes depends on temperature, moisture, pH, and the number of freeze-thaw cycles a sample undergoes. Because the compound is typically handled as a lyophilized powder, controlling moisture during storage is a central concern. Degradation products can be detected with separation techniques that resolve the parent peptide from related impurities.
Lyophilized material is generally stored frozen and protected from light and moisture. Typical recommendations place dry powder at temperatures well below freezing, while reconstituted solutions are kept cold and used within a defined window. Repeated freezing and thawing should be avoided because it can promote aggregation and loss of material. The choice of solvent matters as well; compatibility with the intended diluent should be checked before preparation. These handling practices aim to preserve both the quantity and the integrity of the peptide.
| Property | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Molecular formula | C38H49N9O5 | Pentapeptide with C-terminal amide |
| Average mass | Approximately 711.9 Da | Value derived from the formula |
| Appearance | White to off-white powder | Typically supplied as a lyophilised solid |
| Solubility | Soluble in water and aqueous acetonitrile | Dissolution aided by acidic diluents |
| Common synonyms | Ipamorelin; NNC 26-0161 | Code name used in early reports |
Selectivity distinguishes ipamorelin from first-generation secretagogues such as GHRP-6. At doses that reliably raise growth hormone, it shows little stimulation of adrenocorticotropic hormone or cortisol release in animal models, and it does not markedly raise prolactin or appetite. Binding at GHS-R1a on pituitary somatotrophs triggers calcium influx and pulsatile growth hormone secretion. Because the compound mimics the natural ghrelin signal, the release pattern tends to follow the body's own rhythm rather than producing a sustained elevation.
Most published work on ipamorelin comes from rodent studies and small early-phase human trials. Subcutaneous and intravenous routes have been used, while oral delivery is limited by poor absorption and rapid breakdown in the gut. The reported plasma half-life is short, on the order of two hours, and varies with species and assay method. Whether chronic use produces meaningful clinical benefit remains unresolved, and long-term safety data in humans are sparse. No major regulatory agency has approved the compound as a therapeutic drug.
Reversed-phase high-performance liquid chromatography is the standard method for purity assessment, most often on a C18 column with a water and acetonitrile gradient and trifluoroacetic acid or formic acid as an ion-pairing agent. Mass spectrometry by electrospray or matrix-assisted laser desorption confirms the expected mass and reveals truncated or modified sequences. Amino acid analysis and sequencing provide orthogonal structural evidence. Typical impurities include deletion sequences, oxidized products, and dimeric species. Detection wavelength, usually 214 or 220 nanometers, should be reported because response factors differ between peptides.
Purity is normally reported as a percentage of total peak area, a figure that does not account for water content, residual solvents, or counterions. Trifluoroacetate and acetate are the most frequent counterions in lyophilized peptides, and they shift the true peptide content away from the mass of the powder. A separate quantitative assay is therefore needed to state content accurately. Certificates of analysis often omit these details, which makes batch-to-batch comparison difficult and limits conclusions drawn when results from different suppliers are compared.
Lyophilized material is generally held at minus twenty degrees Celsius or lower, protected from moisture and light. Repeated excursions to room temperature cause condensation inside the vial and gradual moisture uptake, both of which shorten shelf life. Containers should be allowed to equilibrate before opening so that water does not condense on the solid. Dividing a batch into single-use aliquots reduces freeze-thaw cycling. Solid peptide handled this way is usually considered stable for months to years, while the same material in solution degrades on a much shorter timescale.
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It is a synthetic five-amino-acid peptide that acts as a growth hormone secretagogue. Three of its residues are non-standard amino acids, and the chain ends in an amide rather than a free acid. The molecule is small enough that it can be characterised by routine peptide analytical techniques.
It has not received marketing approval as a medicine in the United States or the European Union. Supplied material is generally described and handled as a research chemical. Regulatory treatment varies by jurisdiction, and some countries restrict growth hormone secretagogues under sports or medicines legislation.
Earlier secretagogues were associated with broader hormonal responses, including measurable changes in cortisol and prolactin. Reports on this peptide describe a narrower profile in which growth hormone release is the most prominent effect. The observation is influential because it shapes how the compound is compared with other members of the same receptor family.
Dry powder is typically kept frozen, desiccated, and protected from light. Avoiding moisture exposure and large temperature swings helps slow degradation. Storage recommendations vary by supplier and should be followed for the specific material.