About the compound
Pentapeptide GHS-R1a agonist [Aib]-His-[D-2-Nal]-[D-Phe]-Lys-NH₂. C₃₈H₄₉N₉O₅, MW 711.85 Da.
Ipamorelin is a pentapeptide ghrelin-receptor (GHS-R1a) agonist with a C-terminal amide. Sequence: [Aib]-His-[D-2-Nal]-[D-Phe]-Lys-NH₂. Empirical formula C₃₈H₄₉N₉O₅; MW 711.85 Da.
Reconstitution. For in-vitro laboratory handling, dissolve with bacteriostatic water (0.9% benzyl alcohol). Compound is hygroscopic — handle in low-humidity conditions and re-cap immediately.
Stability profile. Lyophilized: stable at room temperature for up to 30 days sealed; long-term storage at -20 °C recommended. Reconstituted material: stable at 2–8 °C for up to 14 days.
Selected primary literature.
- Raun K et al., 1998, Eur J Endocrinol 139(5):552 — structural design and in-vitro receptor-binding characterization of ipamorelin (preclinical).
What remains uncharacterized: concentration-response relationships in any specific in-vitro model system are not implied here. The literature cited above describes molecular-level observations only.
For research use only. Not for human or animal consumption.




