Sermorelin
Characteristics
| Molecular Formula | C149H246N44O42S |
| CASNumber | 86168-78-7 |
| Molar Mass | 3357.93 g/mol |
| Amino Acid Sequence | Tyr-Ala-Asp-Ala-Ile-Phe-Thr-Asn-Ser-Tyr-Arg-Lys-Val-Leu-Gly-Gln-Leu-Ser-Ala-Arg-Lys-Leu-Leu-Gln-Asp-Ile-Met-Ser-Arg |
| Synonyms | GRF (1-29), GHRH (1-29), Growth hormone-releasing factor (1-29) |
| Solubility | Water-soluble |
| Organoleptic Profile | White to off-white powder |
| Composition | Lyophilized powder – requires reconstitution |
| Form | Lyophilized powder |
| Storage | Store at -20 °C, dry and protected from light. Short-term storage at 2-8 °C is acceptable for up to 4 weeks. |
How does Sermorelin work?
Sermorelin binds to and activates the growth hormone-releasing hormone receptor (GHRHR) in the anterior pituitary gland, stimulating the synthesis and release of growth hormone (GH). GH plays a crucial role in promoting growth, cell reproduction, and cell renewal. It also stimulates the production of insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) in the liver and other tissues, which mediates many of the growth-promoting effects of GH. Sermorelin is studied for its activity at the GHRH receptor and the pulsatile pattern of GH secretion. This pulsatile release is essential for maintaining the sensitivity of the GHRHR and preventing desensitization, which can occur with continuous exposure to GH or GHRH.In addition to its effects on GH secretion, sermorelin has been found to have direct effects on various tissues, including the brain, heart, and immune system. It has been examined for effects on the proliferation and differentiation of neural stem cells, on cardiovascular function, and on immune responses.
Handling & Safety
Handle as a laboratory research chemical of unknown hazard. Use gloves and eye protection, avoid inhalation of the lyophilized powder, and follow standard laboratory handling procedures.
Reconstitute and store according to the product label. Lyophilized material should be kept cool, dry and protected from light; reconstituted material should be held at 2-8°C and protected from light.
The safety profile of Sermorelin has not been established. This compound is supplied for laboratory research use only and is not approved for human or veterinary use.
Summary
Sermorelin is a synthetic peptide analogue of growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) that stimulates the production and release of growth hormone (GH) from the anterior pituitary gland. Published studies have measured GH levels, body composition, sleep quality, wound repair, and neuroprotective and cardiovascular endpoints. As a research peptide, sermorelin has been examined in studies of various conditions associated with growth hormone deficiency and age-related decline in GH levels. However, further research is needed to fully elucidate its potential research applications.
Resource
Supplied by Power Peptides within the Research Peptides category alongside related reference materials including Oxytocin, Epithalon, and MOTS-c. All products on this site are intended for research and development purposes only and are not meant for human consumption of any kind. The statements made within this website have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Neither the statements nor the products offered by this company are intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
