Glossary
Analog
Synthetic molecule similar to a natural one
An analog is a man-made compound created to resemble a natural molecule in structure and function. Researchers often make small structural changes to improve how long the molecule lasts in the body or how stable it is. Many peptides used in research are synthetic analogs of natural hormones or signaling molecules.
Used in 18 research peptides
- PerformanceCJC-1295Pairs with Ipamorelin for sustained growth hormone spikes, ideal for body comp tweaks.
- MetabolicTesamorelinTrims visceral fat while boosting IGF-1 levels, great for shredded longevity looks.
- CosmeticMelanotan IEnhances melanin production for protective tanning without UV exposure.
- MetabolicAOD-9604Modified HGH fragment 176-191 analog targeted at fat loss without GH side effects.
- MetabolicCagrilintideAmylin analog co-developed with semaglutide as 'CagriSema' for next-gen weight loss.
- PerformanceGHRP-1First-generation growth hormone-releasing hexapeptide; precursor to GHRP-2/-6.
- MetabolicLiraglutideDaily GLP-1 analog; FDA-approved for diabetes (Victoza) and obesity (Saxenda®).
- MetabolicDulaglutideWeekly GLP-1 receptor agonist fused to an IgG4 Fc fragment; sold as Trulicity by Eli Lilly.
- MetabolicLixisenatideShort-acting prandial GLP-1 agonist; sold as Adlyxin/Lyxumia by Sanofi.
- CognitiveN-Acetyl SemaxAcetylated, more stable analog of Semax; longer-acting nootropic via BDNF/NGF upregulation.
- CognitiveN-Acetyl SelankAcetylated analog of Selank; anxiolytic with longer duration vs base Selank.
- RecoveryPentadeca Arginate (PDA)Arginate-salt analog of BPC-157 developed for improved injection stability and tissue repair.
- OtherIndolicidinTryptophan-rich bovine cathelicidin; broad-spectrum antimicrobial peptide.
- OtherMagainin 2Frog-skin-derived antimicrobial peptide; parent of the pexiganan topical antibiotic.
- PerformanceGHRH (Growth Hormone-Releasing Hormone)Native 44-aa hypothalamic GHRH; parent molecule of sermorelin, CJC-1295, and tesamorelin.
- MetabolicRetatrutide + Cagrilintide StackInvestigational community stack pairing a triple incretin agonist with a long-acting amylin analog.
- MetabolicCagriSema (Cagrilintide + Semaglutide)Investigational once-weekly fixed combination of the amylin analog cagrilintide and the GLP-1 agonist semaglutide, studied in the Phase 3 REDEFINE program for weight management.
- MetabolicTeduglutide (Gattex)FDA-approved GLP-2 analog that promotes intestinal mucosal growth and absorption, used for short bowel syndrome in patients dependent on parenteral support.
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