Identity & classification
Ipamorelin is a synthetic five-amino-acid peptide (a pentapeptide) that acts as a selective agonist at the ghrelin / growth-hormone secretagogue receptor. Molecular formula C38H49N9O5; molecular weight approximately 712 g/mol.
Research context
Ipamorelin is used as a reference growth-hormone secretagogue in in-vitro and preclinical endocrine research.
Forms & handling
Supplied lyophilized for laboratory research use only. Store refrigerated and protected from light (shelf life up to 2 years refrigerated); reconstitute with bacteriostatic water for laboratory use and keep reconstituted material refrigerated, where it is stable for up to 60 days depending on the compound.