GHRP-6
Growth hormone releasing peptide-6 — classic GH research compound.
Purity
98%+ (per source specifications)
Form
Lyophilised Powder
Storage
-20°C lyophilised · store at 2–8°C once reconstituted
CAS Number
87616-84-0
Mol. Weight
873.0 g/mol
£10.99
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About GHRP-6
What it is
GHRP-6 is a synthetic six-amino-acid growth hormone secretagogue, and one of the earliest of its class. It predates the discovery of ghrelin, which is the interesting historical detail: the peptide was found first, and the natural hormone that shares its receptor was identified afterwards, partly by working backwards from compounds like this one.
How it is understood to work
It acts at the growth hormone secretagogue receptor. Unlike Ipamorelin, which was engineered for selectivity, GHRP-6 produces marked appetite stimulation through the same ghrelin-receptor pathway, and also affects cortisol and prolactin to a greater degree. In research terms that makes it a blunter instrument, which is sometimes exactly what a study needs.
What research has looked at
Pituitary cell culture, receptor characterisation, and appetite and feeding-behaviour models in animals. Historically important in mapping the secretagogue receptor before ghrelin was known.
Handling and storage
Lyophilised, standard peptide handling. Reconstitute gently, keep cold, avoid repeated freezing.
Supplied for in-vitro laboratory research only. Nothing above describes a dose, a protocol, or a use in humans or animals, and none of these compounds is a licensed medicine in the UK.
Research Information
GHRP-6 is a synthetic hexapeptide ghrelin receptor agonist, one of the earliest growth hormone secretagogues developed for research. It's studied for its role in pituitary and ghrelin pathway research. Researchers are interested in its dual action — both directly on the GHSR receptor and indirectly via hypothalamic pathways — making it a useful tool for studies separating central and peripheral ghrelin signalling. Published work has used both pituitary cell lines and hypothalamic models to examine these pathways.
Research areas
- Ghrelin receptor (GHSR) binding studies
- Hypothalamic-pituitary axis research
- Appetite signalling pathway studies (in-vitro models)
- Comparative secretagogue research
Analytical methods
Identity and purity are typically confirmed at source by high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and mass spectrometry.
Storage and handling
Store lyophilised at -20°C, away from moisture and direct light. Once reconstituted, store at 2–8°C and use within the timeframe specified on the source datasheet.
For Research Use Only. Not for human or veterinary use.
Batch tested
Every batch is tested for identity and purity, and we publish the certificate.
UK dispatch
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