Product Overview
? GHRP-2 Acetate – Research-Grade Hexapeptide for Endocrine Axis Investigation
Synonyms: Growth Hormone Releasing Peptide-2, Pralmorelin
CAS Number: 87616-84-0
Sequence: H-D-Ala-D-2-Nal-Ala-Trp-D-Phe-Lys-NH₂
Molecular Weight: ~817.9 Da
Form: Lyophilized acetate salt
Purity: ≥98% (HPLC)
Use: For laboratory research only. Not for human or veterinary use.
? Overview
GHRP-2 Acetate is a synthetic hexapeptide classified as a growth hormone secretagogue. It is under investigation in laboratory settings for its ability to bind to the growth hormone secretagogue receptor (GHS-R1a), initiating pulsatile GH release in non-human models.
Its acetate salt form supports improved solubility and stability, making it suitable for short-duration protocols in endocrine axis research. GHRP-2 is often studied alongside GHRH analogs to evaluate synergistic pituitary responses.
⚙️ Mechanistic Insights
Preclinical studies suggest GHRP-2 Acetate may influence several biological pathways:
• GHS-R1a Activation – May support episodic GH secretion by bypassing somatostatin inhibition
• IGF-1 Pathway Engagement – Studied for hepatic signalling and downstream protein synthesis
• Appetite Signalling – Explored for its interaction with hypothalamic pathways
• Endocrine Modulation – May influence ACTH, prolactin, and cortisol levels in dose-dependent models
These findings are based on published scientific literature and are not indicative of human outcomes.
? Research Context
GHRP-2 Acetate is being evaluated in controlled laboratory environments for its relevance to:
• Pituitary axis mapping and GH Pulsatility
• Muscle cell adaptation and recovery assays
• Lipid metabolism and body composition studies
• Cardiac remodelling in post-injury models
• Appetite signalling and metabolic regulation
• Combinatorial protocols with GHRH analogs or IGF-1 derivatives
All applications are strictly limited to research use and are not intended for therapeutic, diagnostic, or clinical purposes.
? Packaging & Storage
• Supplied as sterile lyophilized powder
• Store at –20°C in a dry, light-protected environment
• Reconstitute under sterile conditions using bacteriostatic water or saline
• Avoid acidic solvents during reconstitution
• Refrigerate reconstituted solution at 2–8°C for multi-use stability
Note: Solvent compatibility and formulation protocols are available upon request for qualified research institutions
⚠️ Compliance Notice
This product is intended strictly for laboratory research use. It is not approved for human or veterinary applications and must not be used in food, drugs, or cosmetics. All information is based on published scientific literature and is provided for educational and informational purposes only. Researchers are responsible for ensuring compliance with local laws and institutional guidelines.
