GHRP-2
Growth Hormone Releasing Peptide-2
Description
A growth hormone releasing peptide that stimulates natural GH secretion. Works synergistically with GHRH analogues for enhanced growth hormone release.
Overview
GHRP-2 is a potent GH secretagogue used in research and as a GH-deficiency diagnostic. It is typically dosed by subcutaneous injection and is commonly studied alongside GHRH analogs for synergistic GH release.
Mechanism of Action
GHRP-2 (pralmorelin) is a synthetic hexapeptide agonist of the ghrelin receptor (GHS-R1a). It stimulates pulsatile growth hormone release from the anterior pituitary and can transiently elevate cortisol and prolactin.
Benefits
- •Growth hormone release
- •Muscle growth
- •Fat loss
- •Improved sleep
- •Anti-aging
- •Appetite stimulation
Reported Side Effects
- •increased appetite
- •water retention
- •transient cortisol and prolactin elevation
Safety Notes
Not FDA-approved in the US. Elevations in cortisol and prolactin can occur.
Scientific References
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