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Ipamorelin

Also known as: IPAM

Growth Hormone Secretagogue

Peptide
C

Tier C

Single RCT or lower-quality studies

T2Partial ProfilePeptide

Selective growth hormone secretagogue with minimal side effects. Promotes deep sleep, recovery, and improved body composition.

Mechanism of Action

Mimics ghrelin at the GH secretagogue receptor. Stimulates pulsatile GH release from pituitary. More selective than GHRP-6.

Contraindications

  • Cancer history (growth hormone concerns)
  • Diabetes (may affect insulin sensitivity)
  • Research chemical - not FDA approved

Performance Profile

Sleep Quality
+4
Sleep Onset
+2
Deep Sleep
+4
Recovery Speed
+4

Dosage

100mcg

min

200mcg

300mcg

max

Timing

Best time

Evening

30 min

onset

4 hr

duration

Half-life
2 hr

Safety & Legal

7/10

Generally safe

Legal Status

Unregulated

Mild
Moderate
Severe
Injection site reaction
1-10%mild
Water retention
0.1-1%mild
Numbness/tingling
0.1-1%mild
Increased hunger
0.1-1%mild