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5-Amino-1MQ

small molecule (peptidomimetic)Experimental Peptides

A small molecule inhibitor of NNMT (nicotinamide N-methyltransferase). Increases NAD+ levels, activates sirtui…

NAD-boostingsirtuin-activationfat-lossmuscle-preservation+1

Abaloparatide (Tymlos)

PTHrP analogPeptide Hormones

A 34-amino acid synthetic analog of parathyroid hormone-related protein (PTHrP). FDA-approved for postmenopaus…

bone-formationosteoporosisanabolic-boneFDA-approved

Ac-SDKP (Goralatide)

tetrapeptideWound Healing Peptides

A natural tetrapeptide released from thymosin beta-4 by prolyl oligopeptidase. Potent anti-fibrotic peptide th…

anti-fibroticcardiac-fibrosisrenal-fibrosisTB4-derived+1

ACE-031

fusion proteinResearch Peptides

A soluble form of activin receptor type IIB fused to IgG1-Fc. Acts as a myostatin/activin trap to promote musc…

muscle-growthmyostatin-inhibitionmuscular-dystrophyresearch

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 (Argireline)

neuromuscular peptideCosmetic Peptides

A synthetic hexapeptide that inhibits SNARE complex formation, reducing neuromuscular junction activity. Marke…

anti-wrinkleSNARE-inhibitorbotox-alternativeexpression-lines

Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5 (Eyeseryl)

cosmetic peptideCosmetic Peptides

A tetrapeptide designed to reduce under-eye puffiness and dark circles by improving lymphatic circulation and …

anti-puffinessdark-circlesanti-edemaeye-care

ACTH (Corticotropin)

peptide hormonePeptide Hormones

A 39-amino acid polypeptide hormone from the anterior pituitary derived from POMC. Stimulates cortisol and and…

cortisol-stimulationadrenal-functiondiagnosticendogenous

Actinomycin D (Dactinomycin)

peptide antibiotic antineoplasticOncology Peptides

A peptide antibiotic from Streptomyces parvullus. FDA-approved anticancer agent for Wilms tumor, rhabdomyosarc…

anticancerDNA-intercalatorpediatric-cancerFDA-approved

Adipotide (FTPP)

experimental peptideExperimental Peptides

A chimeric peptide that targets prohibitin on blood vessels supplying white adipose tissue, then delivers a pr…

fat-lossanti-angiogenicadipose-targetingexperimental

Adropin

metabolic peptideMetabolic Peptides

A 76-amino acid secreted peptide encoded by the energy homeostasis associated gene (ENHO). Regulates lipid and…

lipid-metabolismglucose-homeostasisenergy-regulationcardiovascular

Afamelanotide (Scenesse)

melanocortin agonistTherapeutic Peptides

A synthetic 13-amino acid alpha-MSH analog. FDA/EMA-approved as subcutaneous implant for erythropoietic protop…

photoprotectionmelanogenesisEPP-treatmentFDA-approved

AHK-Cu (Alanyl-Histidyl-Lysine Copper)

copper tripeptideWound Healing Peptides

A tripeptide similar to GHK but with alanine replacing glycine. Forms copper complexes that stimulate collagen…

wound-healingcollagen-stimulationcopper-peptideskin-repair

Alarelin

GnRH agonistVeterinary Peptides

A synthetic GnRH agonist primarily used in aquaculture for induced spawning in fish. Also used in veterinary r…

GnRH-agonistaquaculturefish-spawningveterinary+1

Albiglutide (Tanzeum)

GLP-1 receptor agonistGLP-1 Agonists

A once-weekly GLP-1 receptor agonist created by fusing two GLP-1 molecules to albumin. Was FDA-approved for ty…

blood-sugar-controlweight-losslong-actingwithdrawn

alpha-MSH

peptide hormoneMelanocortin Peptides

Alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone is a 13-amino acid endogenous neuropeptide derived from POMC. Regulates s…

pigmentationanti-inflammatoryappetite-regulationendogenous

Amylin (IAPP)

peptide hormoneMetabolic Peptides

A 37-amino acid peptide co-secreted with insulin from pancreatic beta cells. Slows gastric emptying, suppresse…

satietygastric-motilityglucagon-suppressionendogenous

ANG1005 (Paclitaxel Trevatide)

peptide-drug conjugateOncology Peptides

A peptide-drug conjugate using Angiopep-2 (LRP1-targeting peptide) to cross the blood-brain barrier carrying t…

brain-metastasesBBB-crossingpaclitaxelPDC+1

Angiotensin II

peptide hormoneCardiovascular Peptides

An 8-amino acid peptide hormone that is the primary effector of the renin-angiotensin system. Causes potent va…

vasoconstrictionblood-pressureshock-treatmentFDA-approved+1

ANP (Atrial Natriuretic Peptide)

peptide hormoneCardiovascular Peptides

A 28-amino acid peptide hormone produced by atrial cardiomyocytes in response to stretching. Promotes natriure…

vasodilationdiureticblood-pressure-loweringheart-failure+1

AOD-9604

HGH fragmentResearch Peptides

A modified 16-amino acid fragment (176-191) of human growth hormone with an N-terminal tyrosine. Activates bet…

fat-losslipolysismetabolicHGH-fragment

Apamin

bee venom peptideVenom-Derived Peptides

An 18-amino acid neurotoxic peptide from bee venom. Highly selective blocker of small-conductance calcium-acti…

SK-channel-blockerneurotoxinBBB-crossingbee-venom+1

Apelin-13

peptide hormoneCardiovascular Peptides

A 13-amino acid peptide that is the endogenous ligand for the APJ receptor. Potent cardiovascular effects incl…

vasodilationcardiac-functionheart-failureendogenous+1

Argireline (Acetyl Hexapeptide-8)

cosmetic peptideCosmetic Peptides

A synthetic hexapeptide that inhibits SNARE complex formation, reducing neuromuscular junction signaling. Ofte…

anti-wrinklemuscle-relaxationanti-agingtopical

AT7687

GIPR antagonist peptideGLP-1 Agonists

A first-in-class GIP receptor antagonist peptide by Antag Therapeutics. Phase 1 completed, Phase 2a expected m…

GIPR-antagonistweight-lossinsulin-reductiontriglyceride-reduction

Atosiban (Tractocile)

oxytocin antagonistTherapeutic Peptides

A synthetic nonapeptide oxytocin/vasopressin receptor antagonist. EMA-approved for tocolysis (delaying preterm…

preterm-labortocolyticoxytocin-antagonistEMA-approved

Beta-Endorphin

endogenous opioid peptidePain Management Peptides

A 31-amino acid endogenous opioid neuropeptide derived from POMC. The most potent endogenous opioid. Released …

pain-managementmood-elevationstress-responseendogenous+1

Bivalirudin (Angiomax)

venom-derived anticoagulantCardiovascular Peptides

A 20-amino acid synthetic peptide analog of hirudin from medicinal leech saliva. FDA-approved direct thrombin …

anticoagulantthrombin-inhibitorPCIFDA-approved+1

Bivalirudin analog (Angiomax)

thrombin inhibitor peptideCardiovascular Peptides

A 20-amino acid synthetic peptide that directly inhibits thrombin. Originally based on hirudin from medicinal …

anticoagulantthrombin-inhibitorPCIhirudin-derived+1

Bleomycin

glycopeptide antineoplasticOncology Peptides

A glycopeptide antibiotic from Streptomyces verticillus with antineoplastic activity. FDA-approved for Hodgkin…

anticancerHodgkin-lymphomatesticular-cancerDNA-cleavage+1

BNP (Brain Natriuretic Peptide)

peptide hormoneCardiovascular Peptides

A 32-amino acid peptide hormone secreted by the heart ventricles in response to volume overload. Primary bioma…

heart-failure-biomarkervasodilationdiureticdiagnostic+1

Bortezomib (Velcade)

peptide boronic acidCancer Research Peptides

A modified dipeptidyl boronic acid proteasome inhibitor. FDA-approved for multiple myeloma and mantle cell lym…

proteasome-inhibitormultiple-myelomacancer-treatmentFDA-approved

BPC-157

therapeutic peptideHealing Peptides

Body Protection Compound-157 is a pentadecapeptide derived from human gastric juice protein. Promotes angiogen…

tissue-repairgut-healinganti-inflammatoryneuroprotective+1

BPC-157 / TB-500 Blend

Peptide BlendRecovery

The BPC-157 and TB-500 combination targets tissue repair through complementary mechanisms. BPC-157 promotes an…

tissue-repairrecoveryanti-inflammatoryangiogenesis+1

Bradykinin

peptide hormoneCardiovascular Peptides

A 9-amino acid vasoactive peptide involved in inflammation, vasodilation, pain, and vascular permeability. Pro…

vasodilationinflammationpain-signalingvascular-permeability+1

Buserelin (Suprefact)

GnRH agonistVeterinary Peptides

A synthetic GnRH agonist used in veterinary reproduction for synchronization of ovulation in cattle and aquacu…

GnRH-agonistveterinaryaquaculturereproduction+1

C-type Natriuretic Peptide (CNP)

natriuretic peptideCardiovascular Peptides

A 22-amino acid peptide primarily produced by vascular endothelium and brain. Acts locally as an autocrine/par…

vasodilationendotheliumbone-growthnatriuretic+1

Cagrilintide

long-acting amylin analogPeptide Hormones

A long-acting acylated amylin analog from Novo Nordisk. Once-weekly dosing. Component of CagriSema combination…

weight-lossappetite-suppressionamylin-analoglong-acting

CagriSema

amylin/GLP-1 combinationGLP-1 Agonists

A combination of cagrilintide (long-acting amylin analog) and semaglutide. Phase 3 REDEFINE-1 showed 20.4% wei…

weight-lossappetite-suppressioncombination-therapyexperimental

Calcitonin (salmon)

peptide hormonePeptide Hormones

A 32-amino acid peptide hormone that inhibits osteoclast activity and reduces blood calcium. Salmon calcitonin…

bone-densitycalcium-regulationosteoporosisFDA-approved

Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide (CGRP)

neuropeptideNeuropeptides

A 37-amino acid neuropeptide involved in migraine pathophysiology and vasodilation. Anti-CGRP antibodies (eren…

vasodilationmigrainepain-signalingneurotransmission+1

Captopril (derived)

venom-derived drugVenom-Derived Peptides

Developed from bradykinin-potentiating peptides in pit viper (Bothrops jararaca) venom. The first ACE inhibito…

blood-pressure-loweringACE-inhibitionheart-failureFDA-approved+1

Carfilzomib (Kyprolis)

epoxyketone peptideCancer Research Peptides

A synthetic tetrapeptide epoxyketone proteasome inhibitor. FDA-approved for relapsed/refractory multiple myelo…

proteasome-inhibitormultiple-myelomacancer-treatmentFDA-approved

Catestatin

chromogranin-derived peptideWound Healing Peptides

A 21-amino acid peptide derived from chromogranin A processing. Inhibits catecholamine release from adrenal ch…

wound-healingantimicrobialanti-inflammatorycardiovascular-biomarker

Cecropin A

antimicrobial peptideAntimicrobial Peptides

An alpha-helical antimicrobial peptide first isolated from cecropia moth (Hyalophora cecropia) hemolymph. One …

antimicrobialinsect-derivedmembrane-disruptionselective

Cerebrolysin

neuropeptide mixtureNootropic Peptides

A mixture of low-molecular-weight neuropeptides and free amino acids derived from porcine brain. Studied for A…

neuroprotectivecognitive-enhancementstroke-recoveryTBI-treatment+1

Cetrorelix (Cetrotide)

GnRH antagonistReproductive Peptides

A synthetic decapeptide GnRH antagonist used in assisted reproduction to prevent premature LH surges during co…

GnRH-antagonistfertilityIVFLH-suppression+1

Chlorotoxin

venom-derived peptideVenom-Derived Peptides

A 36-amino acid peptide from deathstalker scorpion (Leiurus quinquestriatus) venom. Binds selectively to gliom…

tumor-targetinggliomabrain-cancerdiagnostic+1

Cholecystokinin (CCK-8)

neuropeptideNeuropeptides

An 8-amino acid C-terminal fragment of cholecystokinin. Functions as a satiety signal, stimulates bile and pan…

appetite-suppressionsatietydigestionneurotransmission+1

Cilengitide

cyclic RGD peptideCancer Research Peptides

A synthetic cyclic RGD pentapeptide that inhibits integrins alphavbeta3 and alphavbeta5. Reached Phase 3 for g…

integrin-inhibitoranti-angiogenicglioblastomaclinical-trials

CJC-1295 (with DAC)

GHRH analogGrowth Hormone Releasing Hormones

A synthetic GHRH analog with four amino acid substitutions for stability plus a Drug Affinity Complex (DAC) th…

growth-hormone-releasemuscle-growthfat-lossrecovery+1

CJC-1295 / Ipamorelin Blend

Peptide BlendPerformance

The CJC-1295/Ipamorelin combination is one of the most widely used growth hormone releasing peptide stacks. CJ…

growth-hormone-releasemuscle-growthfat-lossrecovery+2

CLV3 (CLAVATA3)

plant peptide hormoneAgricultural Peptides

A 12-amino acid CLE peptide that regulates stem cell homeostasis in plant shoot apical meristems. Binds CLV1 r…

plant-developmentstem-cell-regulationcrop-yieldmeristem-maintenance

Cobratide

venom-derived peptideVenom-Derived Peptides

An analgesic peptide derived from Chinese cobra (Naja naja atra) venom. Approved in China for pain management.…

pain-managementanalgesiccobra-venomapproved-China

Colistin (Polymyxin E)

cyclic lipopeptide antibioticAntimicrobial Peptides

A cyclic lipopeptide antibiotic of last resort for multidrug-resistant Gram-negative infections. From Paenibac…

antibioticlast-resortMDR-gram-negativelipid-A-binding

Collagen Tripeptide (Gly-Pro-Hyp)

collagen fragmentCollagen Peptides

The most abundant tripeptide motif in collagen (10.5% of sequence). Orally ingested from hydrolyzed collagen, …

collagen-synthesisskin-healthjoint-healthoral-bioavailability

Conantokin-G

cone snail venom peptideVenom-Derived Peptides

A sleeper peptide from geographic cone snail that selectively antagonizes NMDA receptors (NR2B subunit). Conta…

NMDA-antagonistepilepsyneuroprotectivecone-snail+1

Copper Peptide GHK (without copper)

tripeptideCosmetic Peptides

The free tripeptide form of GHK without copper chelation. Has independent signaling activity in gene regulatio…

gene-regulationtissue-remodelinganti-aginganti-inflammatory

Cortexin

neuropeptide mixtureNootropic Peptides

A polypeptide mixture derived from porcine cerebral cortex. Approved in Russia for various neurological condit…

neuroprotectivecognitive-enhancementstroke-recoverypediatric-neurology

Cortistatin-14

neuropeptideNeuropeptides

A neuropeptide structurally similar to somatostatin but with distinct biological activities. Selectively expre…

sleep-inductioncortical-suppressionsomatostatin-relatedanti-inflammatory

Cosyntropin (Cortrosyn)

peptide hormone analogDiagnostic Peptides

Synthetic peptide corresponding to the first 24 amino acids of ACTH. FDA-approved diagnostic agent for adrenal…

diagnosticadrenal-functionACTH-analogcortisol-stimulation+1

Cyclosporine A

cyclic peptideTherapeutic Peptides

A cyclic undecapeptide from the fungus Tolypocladium inflatum. FDA-approved immunosuppressant for organ transp…

immunosuppressionorgan-transplantautoimmunecalcineurin-inhibitor+1

Daptomycin (Cubicin)

cyclic lipopeptide antibioticAntimicrobial Peptides

A 13-amino acid cyclic lipopeptide antibiotic from Streptomyces roseosporus. FDA-approved for complicated skin…

antibioticMRSAbacteremiamembrane-depolarization+1

Dasiglucagon (Zegalogue)

glucagon analogPeptide Hormones

A glucagon analog in a ready-to-use autoinjector. FDA-approved (2021) for severe hypoglycemia in diabetes pati…

hypoglycemia-rescueglucagon-analogautoinjectorFDA-approved

Defensin HBD-1

antimicrobial peptideAntimicrobial Peptides

Human beta-defensin 1, a constitutively expressed antimicrobial peptide found in epithelial tissues. Part of t…

antimicrobialinnate-immunityepithelial-defenseendogenous

Degarelix (Firmagon)

GnRH antagonistTherapeutic Peptides

A synthetic decapeptide GnRH antagonist. FDA-approved for advanced prostate cancer. Unlike GnRH agonists, prod…

prostate-cancerhormone-suppressionGnRH-antagonistFDA-approved

Deslorelin (Suprelorin)

GnRH agonistVeterinary Peptides

A synthetic GnRH agonist used in veterinary medicine for chemical castration in dogs, cats, and ferrets via su…

GnRH-agonistveterinarychemical-castrationimplant+1

Desmopressin (DDAVP)

synthetic peptide hormonePeptide Hormones

A synthetic analog of vasopressin with enhanced antidiuretic potency and minimal vasopressor effect. FDA-appro…

antidiuretichemophiliabedwettingFDA-approved

Difelikefalin (Korsuva)

kappa opioid agonistPain Management Peptides

A selective peripherally-restricted kappa opioid receptor agonist. FDA-approved (2021) for pruritus in hemodia…

anti-pruritickappa-opioid-agonistperipherally-restrictedFDA-approved

Dihexa

nootropic peptideNootropic Peptides

A hexapeptide derived from angiotensin IV that binds hepatocyte growth factor with high affinity. Activates c-…

cognitive-enhancementsynaptogenesismemoryneuroplasticity+1

DSIP (Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide)

neuropeptidePain Management Peptides

A 9-amino acid neuropeptide that induces delta wave sleep and has analgesic properties via endogenous opioid p…

sleep-inductionpain-managementstress-reductionwithdrawal-support+1

Dulaglutide (Trulicity)

GLP-1 receptor agonistGLP-1 Agonists

A once-weekly GLP-1 receptor agonist fused to an IgG4 Fc fragment for extended half-life. FDA-approved for typ…

blood-sugar-controlweight-losscardiovascular-protectionFDA-approved

Dynorphin A

endogenous opioid peptidePain Management Peptides

A 17-amino acid endogenous opioid peptide that is the primary ligand for kappa opioid receptors. Involved in p…

pain-modulationkappa-opioidstress-responseendogenous

Ecnoglutide

GLP-1 receptor agonistGLP-1 Agonists

A long-acting GLP-1 receptor agonist by Sciwind Biosciences. Designed for once-monthly subcutaneous injection …

weight-lossGLP-1long-actingmonthly-dosing

Efinopegdutide

GLP-1/glucagon dual agonistGLP-1 Agonists

A PEGylated dual GLP-1 and glucagon receptor agonist by MSD/Hanmi. Phase 2 for obesity and NASH showed signifi…

weight-lossGLP-1glucagonNASH+1

Endothelin-1

peptide hormoneCardiovascular Peptides

A 21-amino acid peptide and the most potent known vasoconstrictor. Produced by endothelial cells. Endothelin r…

vasoconstrictionpulmonary-hypertensionendogenous

Enfuvirtide (Fuzeon)

antiviral peptideTherapeutic Peptides

A 36-amino acid synthetic peptide that inhibits HIV-1 fusion with host cells by binding to gp41. FDA-approved …

antiviralHIV-treatmentfusion-inhibitorFDA-approved

Enfuvirtide (Fuzeon) T-20

fusion inhibitor peptideAntiviral Peptides

A 36-amino acid synthetic peptide that blocks HIV-1 fusion with host cell membranes. The first FDA-approved fu…

anti-HIVfusion-inhibitorgp41-bindingFDA-approved

Enkephalin (Met-Enkephalin)

endogenous opioid peptidePain Management Peptides

A 5-amino acid endogenous opioid peptide that binds delta and mu opioid receptors. One of the bodys natural pa…

pain-managementopioid-receptorendogenousanalgesic

Epitalon (Epithalon)

bioregulator peptideAnti-Aging Peptides

A synthetic tetrapeptide (Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly) developed by Khavinson. Activates telomerase to elongate telomeres.…

telomerase-activationanti-aginglongevitymelatonin-regulation+1

Epithalon (Epitalon)

PeptideAnti-aging

Epithalon is a synthetic tetrapeptide (Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly) based on the natural peptide epithalamin produced by t…

telomerase-activationanti-aginglongevitypineal-regulation+1

Eptifibatide (Integrilin)

venom-derived peptideVenom-Derived Peptides

A cyclic heptapeptide derived from southeastern pygmy rattlesnake (Sistrurus miliarius) venom protein barbouri…

antiplateletcardiovascularacute-coronary-syndromeFDA-approved+1

Etelcalcetide (Parsabiv)

peptide calcium-sensing receptor agonistTherapeutic Peptides

A synthetic peptide that activates the calcium-sensing receptor to reduce parathyroid hormone secretion. FDA-a…

hyperparathyroidismdialysiscalcium-sensing-receptorPTH-suppression+1

Exenatide

GLP-1 receptor agonistGLP-1 Agonists

A synthetic version of exendin-4 from Gila monster saliva. FDA-approved as Byetta (twice daily) and Bydureon (…

blood-sugar-controlweight-lossvenom-derivedFDA-approved

Exendin-4 (Gila monster)

venom-derived peptideVenom-Derived Peptides

A 39-amino acid peptide from Heloderma suspectum (Gila monster) saliva. The parent molecule of exenatide and l…

blood-sugar-controlGLP-1-agonistvenom-derivedlizard

FGL (FG Loop peptide)

nootropic peptideNootropic Peptides

A 15-amino acid peptide derived from the second fibronectin type III module of NCAM. Activates FGFR and promot…

synaptogenesismemory-enhancementneuroplasticityNCAM-derived

Flg22 (Flagellin Fragment)

PAMP peptideAgricultural Peptides

A 22-amino acid peptide from bacterial flagellin that triggers plant innate immunity through the FLS2 receptor…

plant-immunityPAMPFLS2-receptorpathogen-defense

Follistatin 344

glycoproteinResearch Peptides

A 344-amino acid glycoprotein that binds and neutralizes activin and myostatin. Myostatin inhibition leads to …

muscle-growthmyostatin-inhibitionactivin-bindingresearch

FOXO4-DRI

senolytic peptideExperimental Peptides

A 43-amino acid D-retro-inverso peptide that disrupts the FOXO4-p53 interaction in senescent cells, forcing p5…

senolyticanti-agingsenescent-cell-clearanceapoptosis+1

Galanin

neuropeptideNeuropeptides

A 30-amino acid neuropeptide involved in pain modulation, feeding behavior, cognition, mood, and neuroendocrin…

pain-modulationfeeding-behaviorcognitionmood-regulation+1

Gallium-68 DOTATOC

radiolabeled peptideDiagnostic Peptides

A somatostatin receptor-targeting peptide conjugated to gallium-68 for PET/CT imaging of neuroendocrine tumors…

PET-imagingneuroendocrine-tumorSSTR2-targetingdiagnostic+1

Ganirelix (Orgalutran)

GnRH antagonistReproductive Peptides

A synthetic decapeptide GnRH antagonist used in fertility treatments to prevent premature ovulation. Provides …

GnRH-antagonistfertilityIVFovulation-prevention+1

GHK (without copper)

bioregulator peptideAnti-Aging Peptides

The tripeptide glycyl-histidyl-lysine without copper complexation. Found in human plasma at ~200 ng/mL in yout…

gene-regulationanti-agingwound-healinganti-inflammatory

GHK-Cu (Copper Peptide)

cosmetic peptideCosmetic Peptides

A naturally occurring copper-complexed tripeptide (glycyl-histidyl-lysine) found in human plasma. Promotes col…

collagen-synthesiswound-healinganti-agingskin-remodeling+1

Ghrelin

peptide hormoneMetabolic Peptides

A 28-amino acid peptide primarily produced by the stomach. The only known orexigenic (appetite-stimulating) gu…

appetite-stimulationgrowth-hormone-releasegastric-motilityendogenous

GHRP-1

growth hormone secretagogueGrowth Hormone Secretagogues

The first-generation growth hormone releasing peptide. Precursor compound from which ipamorelin was derived. L…

growth-hormone-releasemuscle-growthresearch

GHRP-2 (Pralmorelin)

growth hormone secretagogueGrowth Hormone Secretagogues

A synthetic hexapeptide growth hormone releasing peptide that acts on the ghrelin receptor to stimulate GH rel…

growth-hormone-releasemuscle-growthappetite-stimulationrecovery

GHRP-6

growth hormone secretagogueGrowth Hormone Secretagogues

A synthetic hexapeptide that stimulates growth hormone release by acting on the ghrelin receptor. Known for st…

growth-hormone-releaseappetite-stimulationmuscle-growthfat-loss

GIP (Glucose-dependent Insulinotropic Polypeptide)

peptide hormoneMetabolic Peptides

A 42-amino acid incretin hormone from intestinal K-cells. Stimulates insulin secretion and is involved in fat …

insulin-secretionfat-metabolismincretinendogenous

Glatiramer Acetate (Copaxone)

immunomodulator peptideImmune Modulating Peptides

A random polymer of four amino acids (Glu, Ala, Lys, Tyr) that mimics myelin basic protein. FDA-approved for r…

multiple-sclerosisimmunomodulationTh2-shiftFDA-approved

GLP-1 (7-36) Amide (native)

peptide hormoneMetabolic Peptides

The endogenous active form of glucagon-like peptide-1, a 30-amino acid incretin hormone. Secreted by intestina…

insulin-secretionappetite-suppressionblood-sugar-controlendogenous

GLP-2 (native)

peptide hormoneMetabolic Peptides

The endogenous 33-amino acid intestinotrophic peptide. Parent molecule of teduglutide. Promotes intestinal muc…

intestinotrophicmucosal-growthgut-barrieranti-inflammatory

Glucagon

peptide hormonePeptide Hormones

A 29-amino acid peptide hormone produced by pancreatic alpha cells. Counter-regulatory to insulin, raising blo…

blood-sugar-elevationhypoglycemia-rescueFDA-approvedendogenous

Gonadorelin (GnRH)

peptide hormoneReproductive Peptides

A synthetic decapeptide identical to endogenous gonadotropin-releasing hormone. Stimulates LH and FSH release …

fertilityLH-releaseFSH-releaseHCG-alternative+1

Goserelin

GnRH agonistReproductive Peptides

A synthetic GnRH agonist. FDA-approved as Zoladex implant for prostate cancer, breast cancer, endometriosis, a…

prostate-cancerbreast-cancerendometriosishormone-suppression+1

Hexarelin (Examorelin)

growth hormone secretagogueGrowth Hormone Secretagogues

A synthetic hexapeptide GH secretagogue and one of the strongest GHRPs. Stimulates robust GH release but also …

growth-hormone-releasemuscle-growthcardioprotectiverecovery

HGH Fragment 176-191

HGH fragmentResearch Peptides

The unmodified C-terminal fragment (amino acids 176-191) of human growth hormone. Retains the lipolytic activi…

fat-losslipolysismetabolic

Hi1a (Funnel-web Spider)

spider venom peptideVenom-Derived Peptides

A 75-amino acid double-knot peptide from Australian funnel-web spider (Hadronyche infensa). Blocks acid-sensin…

neuroprotectivestrokeASIC1a-inhibitorspider-venom

Histatin 5

antimicrobial peptideAntimicrobial Peptides

A 24-amino acid histidine-rich peptide from human saliva. The most potent member of the histatin family agains…

antifungaloral-defensehuman-derivedmitochondria-targeting

Histrelin (Vantas/Supprelin)

GnRH agonistReproductive Peptides

A synthetic nonapeptide GnRH agonist available as a subcutaneous implant. FDA-approved for central precocious …

GnRH-agonistprostate-cancerprecocious-pubertyimplant+1

Humanin

mitochondrial-derived peptideAnti-Aging Peptides

A 24-amino acid mitochondrial-derived peptide from the 16S rRNA region. Protects against Alzheimer amyloid-bet…

neuroprotectivecytoprotectiveanti-aginganti-apoptotic+1

Icatibant (Firazyr)

bradykinin antagonistTherapeutic Peptides

A synthetic decapeptide bradykinin B2 receptor antagonist. FDA-approved for acute attacks of hereditary angioe…

angioedemabradykinin-antagonistanti-inflammatoryFDA-approved

IGF-1 DES (1-3)

growth factorResearch Peptides

A truncated form of IGF-1 lacking the first 3 N-terminal amino acids. Has 10x higher potency than standard IGF…

muscle-growthanaboliccell-proliferationresearch

IGF-1 LR3

growth factorResearch Peptides

A modified version of insulin-like growth factor 1 with an arginine substitution at position 3 and a 13-amino …

muscle-growthanaboliccell-proliferationresearch

Imeglimin

mitochondrial-targetedMetabolic Peptides

First-in-class mitochondrial bioenergetics modulator. Approved in Japan (Twymeeg) for type 2 diabetes. Enhance…

blood-sugar-controlmitochondrial-functionoxidative-stressapproved-Japan

Indolicidin

antimicrobial peptideAntimicrobial Peptides

A 13-amino acid tryptophan-rich antimicrobial peptide from bovine neutrophils. One of the shortest known natur…

antimicrobialantifungalanti-HIVDNA-synthesis-inhibitor+1

Insulin

peptide hormonePeptide Hormones

A 51-amino acid peptide hormone (A-chain: 21 AA, B-chain: 30 AA) produced by pancreatic beta cells. The master…

blood-sugar-controlanabolicglucose-metabolismFDA-approved+1

Ipamorelin

growth hormone secretagogueGrowth Hormone Secretagogues

A selective pentapeptide ghrelin receptor agonist that stimulates growth hormone release without significantly…

growth-hormone-releasemuscle-growthfat-lossrecovery+1

Irisin

myokine peptideMetabolic Peptides

A myokine derived from FNDC5 protein, released from skeletal muscle during exercise. Converts white adipose ti…

browningthermogenesisexercise-mimeticmyokine+1

Kalata B1

cyclotideAgricultural Peptides

A 29-amino acid cyclotide from Oldenlandia affinis with a head-to-tail cyclized backbone and cystine knot. Dis…

cyclotideinsecticidalanthelminticanti-HIV+1

Kisspeptin-10

reproductive peptideReproductive Peptides

A decapeptide fragment of kisspeptin that sits upstream of GnRH in the reproductive cascade. Initiates puberty…

fertilityovulation-inductionLH-releasereproductive-health

Kisspeptin-54 (Metastin)

reproductive neuropeptideNeuropeptides

The full-length kisspeptin peptide from the KiSS-1 gene. Named metastin for its metastasis-suppressor activity…

metastasis-suppressionGnRH-activationreproductivefertility

KPV

anti-inflammatory peptideImmune Modulating Peptides

A tripeptide (Lys-Pro-Val) derived from alpha-MSH. Potent anti-inflammatory that inhibits NF-kB signaling. Gai…

anti-inflammatorygut-healingimmune-modulationtissue-repair

Lactoferricin B

antimicrobial peptideAntimicrobial Peptides

A 25-amino acid peptide derived from pepsin digestion of bovine lactoferrin. More potent antimicrobial activit…

antimicrobialantifungalantiparasiticdairy-derived+1

Lanreotide (Somatuline)

somatostatin analogCancer Research Peptides

A long-acting synthetic somatostatin analog. FDA-approved for acromegaly and gastroenteropancreatic neuroendoc…

somatostatin-analogtumor-treatmentacromegalyneuroendocrine-tumors+1

Larazotide Acetate

tight junction regulatorImmune Modulating Peptides

An 8-amino acid synthetic peptide that restores intestinal barrier function by regulating tight junctions. In …

gut-barrierceliac-diseaseintestinal-permeabilitytight-junction-regulation

Leptin

peptide hormoneMetabolic Peptides

A 167-amino acid hormone produced by adipose tissue that signals energy reserves to the brain. Regulates appet…

appetite-regulationmetabolismenergy-balanceFDA-approved-analog+1

Leu-Enkephalin

endogenous opioid peptidePain Management Peptides

A 5-amino acid endogenous opioid peptide with leucine at position 5 instead of methionine. Preferentially bind…

pain-managementopioid-receptorendogenousanalgesic

Leuphasyl (Pentapeptide-18)

cosmetic peptideCosmetic Peptides

A pentapeptide that mimics natural enkephalins. Reduces acetylcholine release responsible for muscle contracti…

anti-wrinklemuscle-relaxationenkephalin-mimetictopical

Leuprolide (Leuprorelin)

GnRH agonistReproductive Peptides

A synthetic GnRH agonist nonapeptide. FDA-approved as Lupron for prostate cancer, endometriosis, uterine fibro…

prostate-cancerendometriosisIVFhormone-suppression+1

LHRH (Gonadotropin analog for targeting)

tumor-targeting peptideCancer Research Peptides

LHRH agonist peptides used as carrier molecules to target LHRH receptors expressed in ~80% of endometrial, ova…

tumor-targetingdrug-deliveryhormone-receptorovarian-cancer+1

Linaclotide (Linzess)

guanylate cyclase agonistTherapeutic Peptides

A 14-amino acid peptide that activates guanylate cyclase-C receptors. FDA-approved for IBS-C and chronic idiop…

constipationIBS-treatmentvisceral-painFDA-approved

Liraglutide

GLP-1 receptor agonistGLP-1 Agonists

A once-daily GLP-1 receptor agonist with 97% homology to native GLP-1. FDA-approved as Victoza (diabetes) and …

weight-lossblood-sugar-controlappetite-suppressionFDA-approved

Lixisenatide

GLP-1 receptor agonistGLP-1 Agonists

A once-daily GLP-1 receptor agonist derived from exendin-4. FDA-approved as Adlyxin for type 2 diabetes. Also …

blood-sugar-controlweight-lossFDA-approved

LL-37 (Cathelicidin)

antimicrobial peptideAntimicrobial Peptides

The only human cathelicidin antimicrobial peptide. A 37-amino acid peptide with broad-spectrum antibacterial, …

antimicrobialantiviralantifungalimmunomodulatory+1

Lutetium-177 DOTATATE (Lutathera)

radiolabeled peptideCancer Research Peptides

A somatostatin analog (DOTA-TATE) labeled with Lutetium-177 for peptide receptor radionuclide therapy. FDA-app…

cancer-treatmentradionuclide-therapyneuroendocrine-tumorstargeted-radiation+1

Lutetium-177 vipivotide tetraxetan (Pluvicto)

radiolabeled peptideCancer Research Peptides

A PSMA-targeted radioligand therapy. FDA-approved (2022) for PSMA-positive metastatic castration-resistant pro…

prostate-cancerradioligand-therapyPSMA-targetingFDA-approved

Macimorelin (Macrilen)

GH secretagogue diagnosticGrowth Hormone Secretagogues

An oral GH secretagogue peptidomimetic. FDA-approved as an oral diagnostic test for adult GH deficiency. Stimu…

diagnosticgrowth-hormone-releaseoral-bioavailabilityFDA-approved

Magainin 2

antimicrobial peptideAntimicrobial Peptides

An antimicrobial peptide from skin of African clawed frog (Xenopus laevis). Discovered by Michael Zasloff in 1…

antimicrobialmembrane-porefrog-derivedwound-healing

Margatoxin (MgTx)

scorpion venom peptideVenom-Derived Peptides

A highly selective Kv1.3 potassium channel blocker from Central American bark scorpion (Centruroides margarita…

Kv1.3-blockerpharmacological-toolscorpion-venomimmunopharmacology

MariTide (Maridebart Cafraglutide)

GIP antagonist/GLP-1 agonistGLP-1 Agonists

A once-monthly injectable antibody-peptide conjugate from Amgen combining GIP receptor antagonism with GLP-1 a…

weight-losslong-actingmonthly-dosingexperimental

Mastoparan

wasp venom peptideVenom-Derived Peptides

A 14-amino acid tetradecapeptide from wasp (Vespula lewisii) venom. Activates G proteins, stimulates mast cell…

G-protein-activatorantimicrobialmast-cell-degranulationwasp-venom

Matrixyl (Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4)

cosmetic peptideCosmetic Peptides

A lipopeptide that mimics broken-down collagen fragments (matrikines) to signal skin cells to produce more col…

collagen-synthesisanti-wrinkleskin-repairsignal-peptide

Matrixyl 3000 (Pal-GHK + Pal-GQPR)

cosmetic peptide blendCosmetic Peptides

A blend of palmitoyl tripeptide-1 (pal-GHK) and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 (pal-GQPR). Synergistic collagen-boos…

collagen-synthesisanti-wrinkleanti-inflammatorysignal-peptide

Mechano Growth Factor (MGF)

growth factorResearch Peptides

A splice variant of IGF-1 produced in response to mechanical stress on muscle tissue. Stimulates satellite cel…

muscle-growthmuscle-repairsatellite-cell-activationresearch

Melanotan I (Afamelanotide)

melanocortin agonistMelanocortin Peptides

A synthetic tridecapeptide analog of alpha-MSH that selectively agonizes the MC1 receptor. FDA-approved as Sce…

tanningphotoprotectionmelanogenesisFDA-approved

Melanotan II

PeptideResearch

Melanotan II is a synthetic analog of alpha-melanocyte stimulating hormone (alpha-MSH). It activates melanocor…

tanningmelanocortin-agonistlibido-enhancementappetite-suppression

Melanotan II

melanocortin agonistMelanocortin Peptides

A synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analog of alpha-MSH that non-selectively agonizes MC1, MC3, MC4, and MC5 recep…

tanninglibido-enhancementappetite-suppressionmelanogenesis

Melflufen (Pepaxti)

peptide-drug conjugateOncology Peptides

A peptide-drug conjugate with a dipeptide linked to alkylating agent melphalan. FDA-approved (2021, later with…

multiple-myelomaalkylating-agentPDCaminopeptidase-targeted

Melittin

bee venom peptideVenom-Derived Peptides

The principal toxic peptide in European honeybee venom, comprising 50% of dry venom. A 26-amino acid amphipath…

antimicrobialanticanceranti-inflammatorymembrane-active+1

Microcin J25 (Lasso Peptide)

lasso peptideAntimicrobial Peptides

A naturally occurring lasso peptide from E. coli with a unique threaded topology. The C-terminal tail is threa…

antibioticRNA-polymerase-inhibitorlasso-topologyultra-stable

MK-677 (Ibutamoren)

non-peptide GH secretagogueGrowth Hormone Secretagogues

An orally active non-peptide ghrelin receptor agonist that increases GH and IGF-1 levels. Improves sleep quali…

growth-hormone-releaseoral-bioavailabilitymuscle-growthbone-density+1

Modified GRF 1-29 (CJC-1295 no DAC)

GHRH analogGrowth Hormone Releasing Hormones

A modified 29-amino acid GHRH analog with four stabilizing substitutions (D-Ala2, Gln8, Ala15, Leu27) but with…

growth-hormone-releasemuscle-growthfat-losspulsatile-release

Motixafortide (Aphexda)

cyclic peptideTherapeutic Peptides

First peptide CXCR4 antagonist approved for stem cell mobilization in multiple myeloma patients. Blocks the CX…

stem-cell-mobilizationCXCR4-antagonistmultiple-myelomaFDA-approved

MOTS-c

mitochondrial-derived peptideAnti-Aging Peptides

A 16-amino acid mitochondrial-derived peptide encoded in the 12S rRNA region. Acts as an exercise mimetic, imp…

exercise-mimeticmetabolic-improvementanti-aginginsulin-sensitivity+1

Mots-c analog (CB4211)

MOTS-c analogExperimental Peptides

A clinical-stage MOTS-c analog from CohBar Inc. being developed for NASH and obesity. Designed to replicate th…

NASH-treatmentmetabolic-improvementmitochondrial-peptideexperimental

N-Acetyl Selank Amidate

nootropic peptideNootropic Peptides

A stabilized version of Selank with acetylation and amidation modifications. Enhanced bioavailability and long…

anxiolyticcognitive-enhancementstress-reductionenhanced-stability

N-Acetyl Semax Amidate (NASA)

nootropic peptideNootropic Peptides

A modified version of Semax with N-terminal acetylation and C-terminal amidation for enhanced stability and bi…

cognitive-enhancementBDNF-increaseneuroprotectiveenhanced-stability

NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide)

OtherAnti-aging

NAD+ is a critical coenzyme found in every cell, essential for energy metabolism, DNA repair, and sirtuin acti…

anti-agingmitochondrialDNA-repairsirtuin-activation+1

NaD1 (Plant Defensin)

plant defensinAgricultural Peptides

A 47-amino acid plant defensin from Nicotiana alata (ornamental tobacco) flowers. Potent antifungal activity b…

antifungalplant-defensecrop-protectionmembrane-disruption

Nafarelin

GnRH agonistReproductive Peptides

A synthetic GnRH agonist. FDA-approved as Synarel nasal spray for endometriosis and central precocious puberty…

endometriosisprecocious-pubertynasal-administrationFDA-approved

Nesfatin-1

anorexigenic peptideMetabolic Peptides

An 82-amino acid anorexigenic peptide derived from nucleobindin-2 (NUCB2). Discovered in 2006. Reduces food in…

appetite-suppressionanorexigenicleptin-independentBBB-crossing

Nesiritide

recombinant peptideCardiovascular Peptides

Recombinant human BNP. Was FDA-approved (2001) for acute decompensated heart failure but fell out of use after…

heart-failurevasodilationdiureticFDA-approved

Neuromedin U

neuropeptideNeuropeptides

A 25-amino acid neuropeptide involved in appetite suppression, energy homeostasis, stress response, and circad…

appetite-suppressionenergy-homeostasisstress-responsecircadian-rhythm+1

Neuropeptide Y (NPY)

neuropeptideNeuropeptides

A 36-amino acid peptide that is one of the most abundant neuropeptides in the brain. Plays key roles in appeti…

appetite-stimulationstress-responseanxiety-modulationvasoconstriction+1

Neurotensin

neuropeptideNeuropeptides

A 13-amino acid neuropeptide found in the brain and GI tract. Modulates dopamine signaling, pain perception, b…

dopamine-modulationpain-modulationthermoregulationfeeding-behavior+1

Nisin

antimicrobial peptideAntimicrobial Peptides

A 34-amino acid lantibiotic produced by Lactococcus lactis. FDA-approved as a food preservative (E234). Being …

antimicrobialfood-preservativeanti-biofilmFDA-approved-food

Nociceptin/Orphanin FQ

opioid-related neuropeptideNeuropeptides

A 17-amino acid neuropeptide and endogenous ligand of the NOP (ORL1) receptor. Despite structural similarity t…

NOP-receptorpain-modulationanxietyopioid-related

Noopept (GVS-111)

dipeptide derivativeNootropic Peptides

A synthetic dipeptide-derived nootropic (N-phenylacetyl-L-prolylglycine ethyl ester). Not technically a peptid…

cognitive-enhancementBDNF-increaseNGF-increaseneuroprotective+1

Obestatin

gut peptide hormoneMetabolic Peptides

A 23-amino acid peptide derived from the same preproghrelin gene as ghrelin but with opposite effects. Initial…

appetite-regulationglucose-homeostasisghrelin-relatedgastrointestinal

Octreotide (Sandostatin)

somatostatin analogCancer Research Peptides

A synthetic octapeptide analog of somatostatin with improved half-life (90-120 min vs 2-3 min). FDA-approved f…

somatostatin-analogtumor-treatmentacromegalycarcinoid+1

Oligopeptide-20 (Leuphasyl-derivative)

cosmetic peptideCosmetic Peptides

A synthetic peptide that acts as an enkephalin receptor antagonist to reduce muscle contraction. Used in anti-…

anti-wrinkleenkephalin-antagonistmuscle-relaxationcosmetic

Omega-conotoxin GVIA

cone snail venom peptideVenom-Derived Peptides

A 27-amino acid peptide from Conus geographus that selectively blocks N-type calcium channels. A foundational …

N-type-calcium-channel-blockerpain-researchpharmacological-toolcone-snail

Omiganan (MBI-226)

antimicrobial peptideAntimicrobial Peptides

A 12-amino acid synthetic derivative of indolicidin from bovine neutrophils. In late-stage clinical developmen…

antimicrobialtopicalcatheter-infectionrosacea

Orexin-A (Hypocretin-1)

neuropeptideNeuropeptides

A 33-amino acid neuropeptide that regulates wakefulness, arousal, and appetite. Loss of orexin neurons causes …

wakefulnessarousalappetite-regulationnarcolepsy+1

Orexin-B (Hypocretin-2)

neuropeptideNeuropeptides

A 28-amino acid neuropeptide involved in arousal, wakefulness, and appetite regulation. Orexin neuron loss cau…

wakefulnessarousalappetitenarcolepsy+1

Orforglipron

oral non-peptide GLP-1 agonistGLP-1 Agonists

First-in-class oral small-molecule non-peptide GLP-1 receptor agonist from Eli Lilly (Foundayo). Does not requ…

weight-lossoral-bioavailabilityblood-sugar-controlnon-peptide+1

Osteocrin (Musclin)

bone/muscle peptideBone Peptides

A bone- and muscle-derived peptide that binds natriuretic peptide clearance receptor (NPR-C), preventing degra…

bone-growthNPR-C-ligandCNP-protectionachondroplasia

Oxytocin

peptide hormonePeptide Hormones

A 9-amino acid cyclic peptide hormone produced in the hypothalamus. Regulates social bonding, trust, parturiti…

social-bondingparturitionlactationanxiolytic+1

P-15 (PepGen)

collagen-binding peptideBone Peptides

A 15-amino acid synthetic peptide representing the cell-binding domain of type I collagen. FDA-cleared bone gr…

bone-graftosteoblast-attachmentcollagen-mimeticbone-regeneration+1

P21 (Cerebrolysin-derived)

nootropic peptideNootropic Peptides

A synthetic tetrapeptide derived from the active region of CNTF (ciliary neurotrophic factor) found in Cerebro…

neurogenesiscognitive-enhancementdendritic-growthexperimental

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

cosmetic peptideCosmetic Peptides

A lipopeptide composed of four amino acids (Gly-Gln-Pro-Arg) conjugated to palmitic acid. Reduces IL-6 secreti…

anti-inflammatoryanti-agingIL-6-reductionsignal-peptide

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

signal peptideCosmetic Peptides

A lipopeptide of GHK (glycine-histidine-lysine) attached to palmitic acid for enhanced skin penetration. Mimic…

collagen-stimulationanti-agingsignal-peptideEGF-mimetic

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 (Matrixyl Morphomics)

cosmetic peptideCosmetic Peptides

A lipopeptide that mimics the mechanism of action of matrikines to restore skin matrix architecture. Stimulate…

anti-agingDEJ-restorationmatrikine-mimeticcollagen-IV-stimulation

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 (Syn-Coll)

cosmetic peptideCosmetic Peptides

A lipopeptide that mimics thrombospondin-1 to activate TGF-beta, stimulating collagen production. Promotes typ…

collagen-synthesisskin-firmnessTGF-beta-activationanti-aging

Pasireotide (Signifor)

somatostatin analogTherapeutic Peptides

A cyclohexapeptide somatostatin analog with high affinity for SSTR1,2,3,5. FDA-approved for Cushings disease a…

cushings-diseaseacromegalysomatostatin-analogFDA-approved

PE-22-28

PeptideResearch

PE-22-28 is a synthetic peptide derived from the spadin analog of sortilin. It acts as a TREK-1 channel blocke…

antidepressantnootropicneurogenesisBDNF

Pegcetacoplan (Empaveli)

complement inhibitor peptideTherapeutic Peptides

A PEGylated cyclic peptide that binds complement C3. FDA-approved for paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH…

complement-inhibitionPNH-treatmentgeographic-atrophyFDA-approved

Pemvidutide

GLP-1/glucagon dual agonistGLP-1 Agonists

A dual GLP-1/glucagon receptor agonist by Altimmune for obesity and NASH/MASH. The glucagon component increase…

weight-lossGLP-1glucagonNASH+1

Penetratin (pAntp 43-58)

cell-penetrating peptideCell-Penetrating Peptides

A 16-amino acid peptide from the third helix of Drosophila Antennapedia homeodomain. The second major CPP disc…

cell-penetratingdrug-deliveryendocyticresearch-tool

Pentetreotide (OctreoScan)

radiolabeled peptideDiagnostic Peptides

Indium-111-labeled octreotide analog for scintigraphic imaging of somatostatin receptor-positive tumors. The o…

scintigraphyneuroendocrine-tumordiagnosticIn-111+1

Pentosan Polysulfate (PPS)

semi-synthetic polysaccharideTherapeutic Peptides

A semi-synthetic sulfated polysaccharide derived from beechwood hemicellulose. FDA-approved (Elmiron) for inte…

interstitial-cystitisanti-inflammatoryanticoagulantFDA-approved

Pexiganan (MSI-78)

antimicrobial peptideAntimicrobial Peptides

A 22-amino acid synthetic analog of magainin 2 (from African clawed frog skin). Developed as topical antibioti…

antimicrobialwound-healingdiabetic-foot-ulcertopical

pHLIP (pH-Low Insertion Peptide)

pH-responsive peptideCell-Penetrating Peptides

A peptide derived from bacteriorhodopsin helix C that inserts into cell membranes only at acidic pH (below 7.0…

tumor-targetingpH-responsivedrug-deliverycancer-therapy

Pinealon

bioregulator peptideAnti-Aging Peptides

A synthetic tripeptide (Glu-Asp-Arg) developed by Khavinson as a brain-targeted bioregulator. Proposed to modu…

cognitive-enhancementneuroprotectiveanti-aginggene-regulation

Plecanatide (Trulance)

guanylate cyclase agonistTherapeutic Peptides

A 16-amino acid peptide analog of uroguanylin. FDA-approved for chronic idiopathic constipation and IBS-C. Act…

constipationIBS-treatmentguanylate-cyclaseFDA-approved

Pramlintide (Symlin)

amylin analogPeptide Hormones

A synthetic analog of amylin, a 37-amino acid peptide co-secreted with insulin. FDA-approved as adjunct to ins…

blood-sugar-controlappetite-suppressiongastric-motilityFDA-approved

Preptin

pancreatic peptideMetabolic Peptides

A 34-amino acid peptide derived from proIGF-II processing in pancreatic beta cells. Co-secreted with insulin a…

insulin-secretionbone-anabolicbeta-cell-derivedglucose-metabolism

Pro-Hyp (Prolyl-Hydroxyproline)

collagen dipeptideCollagen Peptides

The primary bioactive collagen-derived dipeptide detected in blood after collagen hydrolysate ingestion. Stimu…

wound-healingskin-healthcollagen-synthesisfibroblast-activation

Protegrin-1

antimicrobial peptideAntimicrobial Peptides

An 18-amino acid beta-hairpin antimicrobial peptide from porcine leukocytes. One of the most potent natural AM…

antimicrobialpore-formingporcine-derivedbeta-hairpin

Prothymosin Alpha

thymic proteinImmune Peptides

A 109-amino acid highly acidic nuclear protein abundant in rapidly proliferating cells. Signals through Toll-l…

TLR4-signalingimmunostimulantcancer-adjuvantDAMP

PT-141 (Bremelanotide)

melanocortin agonistMelanocortin Peptides

A cyclic heptapeptide melanocortin receptor agonist derived from Melanotan II. FDA-approved (Vyleesi) for hypo…

sexual-functionlibido-enhancementmelanocortin-agonistFDA-approved

PYY (Peptide YY)

peptide hormoneMetabolic Peptides

A 36-amino acid peptide released by intestinal L-cells in response to food. Reduces appetite and food intake. …

appetite-suppressionsatietygut-hormoneendogenous

RALF (Rapid Alkalinization Factor)

plant signaling peptideAgricultural Peptides

A family of plant peptides that cause rapid alkalinization of the extracellular space. Involved in plant immun…

plant-immunityroot-growthpollen-guidancealkalinization

Retatrutide

triple GIP/GLP-1/glucagon agonistGLP-1 Agonists

A first-in-class triple GIP/GLP-1/glucagon receptor agonist from Eli Lilly. Phase 3 trials show up to 28.7% we…

weight-lossblood-sugar-controltriple-agonistexperimental

RGD Peptide (cyclic)

tumor-targeting peptideCancer Research Peptides

Cyclic Arg-Gly-Asp peptides that target integrin receptors (alphavbeta3/alphavbeta5) overexpressed on tumor va…

tumor-targetingintegrin-bindinganti-angiogenicdrug-delivery+1

Romidepsin (Istodax)

cyclic depsipeptideCancer Research Peptides

A natural product cyclic depsipeptide isolated from Chromobacterium violaceum. FDA-approved HDAC inhibitor for…

HDAC-inhibitorcancer-treatmentT-cell-lymphomaFDA-approved+1

Romiplostim (Nplate)

peptibodyTherapeutic Peptides

An Fc-peptide fusion protein (peptibody) that activates the thrombopoietin receptor to stimulate platelet prod…

thrombopoietin-agonistplatelet-productionITPFDA-approved

Rotigaptide (ZP123)

connexin peptideWound Healing Peptides

A short hexapeptide containing D-amino acids that enhances gap junctional communication. In Phase II clinical …

gap-junction-modulatoranti-arrhythmicconnexin-43cardiac

Scorpine

scorpion venom peptideVenom-Derived Peptides

A 75-amino acid dual-function peptide from emperor scorpion (Pandinus imperator) venom. Combines potassium cha…

antimalarialantimicrobialK-channel-blockerscorpion-venom

Secretin

peptide hormonePeptide Hormones

A 27-amino acid gastrointestinal peptide hormone and the first hormone ever identified (1902). FDA-approved as…

diagnosticpancreatic-functiongastrinomaendogenous-hormone+1

Selank

nootropic peptideNootropic Peptides

A synthetic heptapeptide derived from tuftsin with an added Pro-Gly-Pro sequence. Modulates serotonin, dopamin…

anxiolyticcognitive-enhancementmood-regulationstress-reduction+1

Semaglutide

GLP-1 receptor agonistGLP-1 Agonists

A long-acting GLP-1 receptor agonist. FDA-approved as Ozempic/Wegovy (injectable) and Rybelsus (oral) for type…

weight-lossblood-sugar-controlappetite-suppressioncardiovascular-protection+1

Semax

nootropic peptideNootropic Peptides

A synthetic heptapeptide derived from ACTH(4-10) fragment developed in Russia. Increases BDNF levels and recep…

cognitive-enhancementBDNF-increaseneuroprotectivefocus+1

Sermorelin (GRF 1-29)

GHRH analogGrowth Hormone Releasing Hormones

A 29-amino acid peptide representing the shortest fully functional fragment of endogenous GHRH. FDA-approved f…

growth-hormone-releaseanti-agingmuscle-growthfat-loss+1

Setmelanotide

melanocortin agonistMelanocortin Peptides

A selective MC4R agonist. FDA-approved (Imcivree) for obesity due to POMC, PCSK1, or LEPR deficiency. First ta…

weight-lossappetite-suppressiongenetic-obesityFDA-approved

ShK-186 (Dalazatide)

sea anemone venom peptideVenom-Derived Peptides

A synthetic analog of ShK toxin from sea anemone Stichodactyla helianthus. Selectively blocks Kv1.3 potassium …

Kv1.3-blockerautoimmunepsoriasision-channel-modulator

SHLP1 (Small Humanin-Like Peptide 1)

mitochondrial peptideMitochondrial Peptides

One of six small humanin-like peptides encoded in the mitochondrial genome 16S rRNA. Has insulin-sensitizing a…

insulin-sensitizingER-stress-protectionmitochondria-encodedanti-aging

SHLP2 (Small Humanin-Like Peptide 2)

mitochondrial-derived peptideAnti-Aging Peptides

One of six small humanin-like peptides encoded in the 16S rRNA region. Protects against amyloid-beta toxicity …

neuroprotectivemitochondrial-biogenesisanti-agingantioxidant

SHLP3 (Small Humanin-Like Peptide 3)

mitochondrial peptideMitochondrial Peptides

The most potent cytoprotective SHLP. Protects beta cells from apoptosis, improves insulin secretion, and inhib…

beta-cell-protectiondiabetescytoprotectiveanti-aging

SHLP6 (Small Humanin-Like Peptide 6)

mitochondrial-derived peptideAnti-Aging Peptides

A small humanin-like peptide that promotes apoptosis (unlike other SHLPs which are cytoprotective). Being stud…

pro-apoptoticanticancermitochondrial-signalingresearch

SNAP-8 (Acetyl Octapeptide-3)

cosmetic peptideCosmetic Peptides

An extended version of Argireline with 8 amino acids. Competitively inhibits SNAP-25 in SNARE complex formatio…

anti-wrinklemuscle-relaxationneuromuscular-inhibitiontopical

Somatostatin-14

peptide hormonePeptide Hormones

A 14-amino acid cyclic peptide that inhibits release of GH, TSH, insulin, glucagon, and many GI hormones. Acts…

hormone-inhibitiongrowth-hormone-suppressionendogenous

SS-20 (SBT-20)

mitochondrial peptideMitochondrial Peptides

A Szeto-Schiller mitochondria-targeted tetrapeptide that reduces ROS and normalizes electron transport without…

mitochondrial-protectioncardioprotectiverenoprotectiveROS-reduction

SS-31 (Elamipretide)

mitochondrial peptideExperimental Peptides

A synthetic tetrapeptide that targets cardiolipin in the inner mitochondrial membrane. Stabilizes electron tra…

mitochondrial-protectionantioxidantcardiolipin-bindingenergy-production+1

Substance P

neuropeptideNeuropeptides

An 11-amino acid neuropeptide that functions as a neurotransmitter and neuromodulator. Involved in pain percep…

pain-signalinginflammationmood-regulationneurotransmission+1

Survodutide

dual glucagon/GLP-1 agonistGLP-1 Agonists

A dual glucagon/GLP-1 receptor agonist from Boehringer Ingelheim. In Phase 3 trials for obesity and MASH/NASH.…

weight-lossliver-fat-reductiondual-agonistNASH-treatment+1

Syn-Ake (Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide)

cosmetic peptideCosmetic Peptides

A synthetic tripeptide that mimics Waglerin-1 from the Temple Viper. Acts as a reversible antagonist of muscul…

anti-wrinklemuscle-relaxationvenom-inspiredtopical

Systemin

plant signaling peptideAgricultural Peptides

An 18-amino acid plant peptide hormone discovered in tomato. The first peptide hormone identified in plants (1…

plant-defensewound-signalingjasmonate-pathwayherbivore-defense

Taltirelin

TRH analogNootropic Peptides

A thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH) analog with increased CNS stimulatory action and longer half-life than T…

TRH-analogneuroprotectivecholinergicspinocerebellar-degeneration

TAT Peptide (HIV-1 TAT 47-57)

cell-penetrating peptideCell-Penetrating Peptides

An 11-amino acid arginine-rich peptide derived from HIV-1 transactivator of transcription protein. The first a…

cell-penetratingdrug-deliveryintracellular-transportresearch-tool

Tat-Beclin 1

autophagy-inducing peptideSenolytic Peptides

A cell-permeable autophagy-inducing peptide fusing HIV TAT cell-penetrating peptide with a Beclin 1 fragment. …

autophagy-inductionantiviralantitumorneuroprotective+1

Tat-Beclin 1 D11 (Retro-Inverso)

autophagy-inducing peptideSenolytic Peptides

A proteolysis-resistant retro-inverso version of Tat-Beclin 1 using D-amino acids. Dramatically improved stabi…

autophagy-inductionantiviralprotease-resistantD-amino-acid

TB-500

therapeutic peptideHealing Peptides

A synthetic heptapeptide corresponding to amino acids 17-23 of thymosin beta-4. Promotes wound healing, cell m…

tissue-repaircell-migrationanti-inflammatorywound-healing

Teduglutide (Gattex)

GLP-2 analogTherapeutic Peptides

A 33-amino acid GLP-2 analog. FDA-approved for short bowel syndrome. Promotes intestinal mucosal growth and re…

intestinal-growthshort-bowel-syndromemucosal-repairFDA-approved

Teixobactin

cyclic depsipeptide antibioticAntimicrobial Peptides

A cyclic depsipeptide antibiotic discovered in 2015 from unculturable soil bacteria (Eleftheria terrae). Kills…

antibioticno-resistancenovel-mechanismlipid-II-binding+1

Teriparatide (Forteo)

peptide hormone fragmentPeptide Hormones

The active 1-34 amino acid fragment of parathyroid hormone. FDA-approved for osteoporosis treatment. Unique am…

bone-formationosteoporosisanabolic-boneFDA-approved

Tesamorelin

GHRH analogGrowth Hormone Releasing Hormones

A 44-amino acid stabilized GHRH analog. FDA-approved (Egrifta) for HIV-associated lipodystrophy. Reduces visce…

growth-hormone-releasefat-lossvisceral-fat-reductionFDA-approved

Tesofensine

triple monoamine reuptake inhibitorMetabolic Peptides

A triple monoamine reuptake inhibitor (serotonin, norepinephrine, dopamine) originally developed for Parkinson…

weight-lossappetite-suppressionmonoamine-reuptakeexperimental

Thymalin

bioregulator peptideImmune Modulating Peptides

A thymic extract peptide preparation developed by Khavinson. Stimulates immunity and has demonstrated anticarc…

immune-enhancementanti-aginggeroprotectiveanticancer

Thymopoietin (TP-5 / Thymopentin)

thymic peptideImmune Modulating Peptides

A synthetic pentapeptide corresponding to amino acids 32-36 of thymopoietin. Stimulates T-cell differentiation…

immune-enhancementT-cell-maturationimmunodeficiencyautoimmune

Thymosin Alpha-1 (Thymalfasin)

immune modulatorImmune Modulating Peptides

A 28-amino acid peptide naturally produced by the thymus. Approved in 35+ countries as Zadaxin for hepatitis B…

immune-enhancementantiviralanticancerhepatitis-treatment+1

Thymosin Beta-4 (TB4)

therapeutic peptideHealing Peptides

A 43-amino acid naturally occurring peptide present in nearly all human tissues. The full-length parent molecu…

tissue-repaircell-migrationangiogenesisanti-inflammatory+1

Thymulin (FTS)

thymic peptideImmune Modulating Peptides

A nonapeptide hormone produced by thymic epithelial cells. Requires zinc for biological activity. Promotes T-c…

immune-enhancementT-cell-differentiationzinc-dependentthymic-function+1

Thymulin Zinc Complex (FTS-Zn)

thymic peptideImmune Peptides

The biologically active zinc-bound form of thymulin nonapeptide. Requires zinc for T-cell differentiation acti…

thymic-functionT-cell-differentiationzinc-dependentimmune-biomarker

Tirzepatide

dual GIP/GLP-1 agonistGLP-1 Agonists

A dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) and GLP-1 receptor agonist. FDA-approved as Mounjaro…

weight-lossblood-sugar-controlappetite-suppressiondual-agonist+1

TP-508 (Chrysalin)

thrombin peptide fragmentBone Peptides

A 23-amino acid peptide representing the receptor-binding domain of thrombin. Activates cellular repair pathwa…

fracture-healingbone-repairwound-healingthrombin-derived

Triptorelin

GnRH agonistReproductive Peptides

A synthetic GnRH agonist decapeptide. FDA-approved for prostate cancer, endometriosis, precocious puberty, and…

prostate-cancerendometriosisfertilityhormone-suppression+1

Trofinetide (Daybue)

tripeptide analogTherapeutic Peptides

A synthetic analog of the amino-terminal tripeptide of insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1). First FDA-approve…

rett-syndromeneuroprotectiveanti-inflammatoryFDA-approved

Urocortin 1

CRF family peptideNeuropeptides

A 40-amino acid peptide in the corticotropin-releasing factor family. Binds both CRF1 and CRF2 receptors. Has …

cardioprotectiveheart-failurestress-responseCRF-family

Urocortin 2

CRF family peptideNeuropeptides

A selective CRF2 receptor agonist. Phase 2 trials for heart failure showed improved cardiac output and reduced…

heart-failureCRF2-selectivecardiac-outputhemodynamic

Urotensin-II

vasoactive peptideCardiovascular Peptides

An 11-amino acid cyclic peptide and one of the most potent vasoconstrictors known, more potent than endothelin…

vasoconstrictionheart-failurepulmonary-hypertensionUT-receptor

Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide (VIP)

neuropeptideNeuropeptides

A 28-amino acid peptide hormone that relaxes smooth muscle, causes vasodilation, and modulates immune function…

vasodilationbronchodilationimmune-modulationneuroprotective+1

Vasopressin (ADH)

peptide hormonePeptide Hormones

A 9-amino acid cyclic peptide hormone regulating water reabsorption, blood pressure, and social behavior. Diff…

water-regulationblood-pressuresocial-behaviorendogenous

Vilon

bioregulator peptideAnti-Aging Peptides

A synthetic dipeptide (Lys-Glu) representing the minimal active thymic sequence. Khavinson bioregulator for im…

immune-enhancementanti-agingthymic-restorationbioregulator

Voclosporin (Lupkynis)

cyclic peptideTherapeutic Peptides

A novel calcineurin inhibitor derived from cyclosporine A. FDA-approved for lupus nephritis (2021). Modified a…

immunosuppressionlupus-nephritiscalcineurin-inhibitorFDA-approved

Vosoritide (Voxzogo)

CNP analogTherapeutic Peptides

A 39-amino acid analog of C-type natriuretic peptide. FDA-approved (2021) for achondroplasia in children 5+. S…

bone-growthachondroplasiaCNP-analogFDA-approved+1

Zenagamtide (Amycretin)

GLP-1/amylin dual agonistGLP-1 Agonists

A single-molecule dual GLP-1 and amylin receptor agonist by Novo Nordisk. Available in oral and subcutaneous f…

weight-lossGLP-1amylindual-agonist+1

Ziconotide (Prialt)

venom-derived peptideVenom-Derived Peptides

A synthetic 25-amino acid peptide from cone snail (Conus magus) omega-conotoxin MVIIA. FDA-approved (2004) for…

pain-managementcalcium-channel-blockernon-opioidFDA-approved+1

Zilucoplan (Zilbrysq)

macrocyclic peptideTherapeutic Peptides

A complement C5 inhibitor approved for generalized myasthenia gravis. A macrocyclic peptide that prevents comp…

complement-inhibitionmyasthenia-gravisautoimmuneFDA-approved

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