001Early research
Metabolic & weight
5-AMINO-1MQ
Primary Research Goal
Inhibit NNMT signaling.
A clear map of peptide medicines & research
Small molecules.
Big questions.
An evidence-aware field guide to what these compounds are, what they are studied to do, and where the certainty ends.
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The 30-second primer
What is a peptide?
Peptides are short chains of amino acids. Many act as precise biological signals—but the catalog around them also includes hormones, blends, diluents and small molecules. This guide labels the difference.
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The peptide landscape
Built from the supplied CAPeptides guide library. Every card keeps the evidence level, U.S. regulatory context, cautions and source links close at hand.
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002Human evidence
Growth & body comp
ACE 031
Myostatin / Activin Signaling
Block myostatin/activin-family signaling.
003Early research
Support & other
Acetic Acid
Laboratory Function
Adjust solution pH.
004Approved active
Hormones & fertility
ACTH 1-39
Adrenal Hormone Activation
Stimulate adrenal cortisol release.
005Identity unclear
Brain & mood
Adamax
Identity First
Intended effects cannot be stated until the exact ingredients or sequence are confirmed.
006Early research
Metabolic & weight
Adipotide/FTTP
Cardiovascular Signaling
Target blood vessels supplying white fat tissue.
007Early research
Skin & cosmetic
AHK-CU
Hair-Follicle Support
Support hair-follicle signaling.
008Human evidence
Metabolic & weight
Aicar
Increased Endurance and Stamina
AICAR activates AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK), a key enzyme involved in energy metabolism.
009Human evidence
Metabolic & weight
AOD-9604
Targeted Fat Loss
AOD-9604 has the unique ability to promote the selective breakdown of stubborn fat deposits, particularly in problem areas like the abdomen, hips, and thighs.
010Human evidence
Repair & recovery
ARA290 (Cibinetide)
Recovery and Tissue Repair
Activate tissue-protective signaling.
011Early research
Repair & recovery
B7-33
Primary Research Goal
Activate relaxin-related RXFP1 signaling.
012Approved active
Support & other
Bacteriostatic Water
Laboratory Function
Reconstitute compatible lyophilized laboratory material.
013Approved active
Skin & cosmetic
Botlioum toxin
Muscle and Lean Mass
Temporarily reduce muscle contraction.
014Early research
Repair & recovery
BPC-157
Enhanced Tissue Healing
BPC-157 peptide accelerates the healing process by stimulating the production of growth factors and promoting angiogenesis (the formation of new blood vessels).
015Early research
Repair & recovery
BPC-157 + TB-500
Enhanced Tissue Healing
BPC-157 peptide accelerates the healing process by stimulating the production of growth factors and promoting angiogenesis (the formation of new blood vessels).
016Early research
Immune & inflammation
bronchogen
Recovery and Tissue Repair
Support respiratory-tissue repair claims.
017Human evidence
Metabolic & weight
Cagriema(10ng- 10mg）
Hunger Suppression
Suppress hunger and increase fullness.
018Human evidence
Metabolic & weight
Cagrilintide
Hunger Suppression
Suppress hunger and increase satiety.
Signal stack
GLP-1, GIP & glucagon
These names describe receptors—not interchangeable products. A medicine can activate one pathway, two, or all three, and that changes both the research question and the safety picture.
GLP-1
Supports glucose-dependent insulin release, slows gastric emptying and increases satiety.
GIP
An incretin signal involved in glucose-dependent insulin release and nutrient handling.
Glucagon
Raises liver glucose output; in multi-agonist research it is also explored for energy expenditure.
CompoundGLP-1GIPGlucagonContext
SemaglutideGLP-1
●○○Approved active · product-specific
One incretin pathway: appetite, satiety and glucose-dependent insulin signaling.
TirzepatideGIP + GLP-1
●●○Approved active · product-specific
A dual agonist combining two incretin signals.
RetatrutideGLP-1 + GIP + glucagon
●●●Investigational · not FDA approved
A triple agonist still being evaluated in phase 3 research.
Survodutide / MazdutideGLP-1 + glucagon
●○●Investigational in the U.S.
Dual-pathway programs pairing appetite signaling with glucagon activity.
Regulatory checkpoint: FDA states that retatrutide is not an FDA-approved drug and cannot be used in compounding under federal law. Read the FDA notice ↗
Field note 03
Storage & handling
There is no universal “peptide storage rule.” The product label or dispensing pharmacy instructions outrank internet charts, general timelines and habits from a different medication.
Unreconstituted
Dry powder / lyophilized
- Keep it in the original labeled container.
- Protect it from heat, light and moisture.
- Refrigerate only when the product-specific instructions require it.
- Research vials may have no validated stability data at all.
Reconstituted or opened
Solution in the vial
- Follow the exact label for temperature and beyond-use date.
- Write the reconstitution/open date on the label when instructed.
- Do not freeze unless the product instructions explicitly allow it.
- Do not use if sterility is questionable, or appearance changes unexpectedly.
Cold-chain awareness
Shipping & excursions
- Refrigeration is common for injectable GLP-1 products, but not universal to every product here.
- “Cool” is not a temperature record; check the package instructions.
- Avoid direct contact with ice packs when freezing would damage the product.
- If a shipment arrives warm when refrigeration is required, contact the dispensing pharmacy before use.
FDA has received complaints about injectable GLP-1 products arriving warm or with inadequate refrigeration. FDA storage guidance ↗
Field note 04
Reconstitution 101
A sterile preparation step, not a kitchen recipe. Reconstitute only when a licensed clinician, pharmacist or the approved product instructions tell you exactly what diluent, volume, concentration and technique to use.
The safe baseline
- 01
Verify the product instructions
Confirm the exact medication, diluent, final concentration, storage condition and beyond-use date.
- 02
Use sterile, single-use supplies
A new sterile needle and syringe are required for every vial entry and every injection.
- 03
Keep critical parts clean
Use a clean work area, disinfect vial stoppers as directed, and never touch sterile connection points.
- 04
Label and dispose
Record the requested date/concentration and place used sharps directly into an appropriate sharps container.
Supplies, translated
3 mL syringe
A capacity, not a dose. It may be used for transfer or reconstitution when the instructions call for that volume.
1 mL syringe
Smaller capacity with finer markings. It can support accurate measurement—but only after the concentration and prescribed volume are known.
Bacteriostatic water
A sterile prescription diluent containing benzyl alcohol. It is not a universal default and should be used only when the medication instructions permit it.
Alcohol prep pads
Use a labeled medical product as directed. Let the stopper or skin dry after preparation; do not improvise with household wipes.
Marketplace rule
Anything that touches an injectable product should be sterile, properly labeled and sourced from a licensed pharmacy, clinician or established medical supplier. General organizers can come from anywhere; sterile supplies should not be a gamble.
Delivery formats
Same destination.
Different error points.
Prefilled pen / auto-injector
Manufacturer-set concentration and device instructions. Use only the exact product’s instructions for use.
Prefilled syringe
Prepared volume in a single device. Verify the label and do not transfer it to another container unless instructed.
Vial + syringe
More measuring decisions and more opportunity for unit/concentration errors. Confirm the prescribed volume with the pharmacist or clinician.
A useful rule of thumb
“Peptide” describes a kind of molecule—not a promise that a product works.
Ask what was studiedCheck the indicationLook for regulated supply
Safety first
Keep the claim
separate from the evidence.
Online peptide markets often blur licensed medicines, compounded drugs and research products. An FDA-approved active ingredient does not make every vial bearing that name equivalent to an approved product.
- Discuss symptoms and treatment goals with a licensed clinician.
- Use prescription medications from a state-licensed pharmacy.
- Verify concentration in mg/mL—not just syringe “units.”
- Do not use a product if identity, sterility or storage history is uncertain.