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Sermorelin vs Ipamorelin

A neutral, side-by-side look at Sermorelin and Ipamorelin: what each one is, its class, half-life, storage, and the public sources behind it. Educational reference only, not medical advice, dosing, or a recommendation to use either compound.

AttributeSermorelinIpamorelin
CategoryGrowth HormoneGrowth Hormone
Half-life~10-20 min~2 h, subcutaneous
Common vial5, 10 mg5, 10 mg
ReferenceVerifiedVerified

What is Sermorelin?

A synthetic peptide corresponding to the first 29 amino acids of growth-hormone-releasing hormone that binds pituitary GHRH receptors to stimulate endogenous growth hormone secretion. Previously marketed (Geref) and used in diagnostic testing.

Sources

  • FDA history: Geref
  • DrugBank DB00010
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What is Ipamorelin?

A selective ghrelin/growth-hormone-secretagogue receptor (GHS-R1a) agonist pentapeptide that stimulates pituitary growth hormone release with minimal effect on cortisol or prolactin.

Sources

  • Raun et al., Eur J Endocrinol 1998
  • Ishida et al. 2020 (GHS review)
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Educational reference only, compiled from public sources. Not medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or a dosing recommendation, and not a recommendation to use any compound. Many compounds listed are research materials not approved for human use. Consult a qualified professional.