What Is Ipamorelin? Research Evidence & Profile

What Is Ipamorelin?

Ipamorelin is a peptide research entry commonly associated with growth-hormone secretagogue literature. This page identifies the material as Ipamorelin (Ipa), with amino acid count 5; synonyms Ipamorelin. The Ipamorelin identifiers distinguish this catalogue entry from similarly named compounds, fragments, modified analogues, and multi-component formulations.

Identity fields describe the named catalogue record and must not be generalized to a different salt, counter-ion, hydrate or formulation.

Evidence at a Glance

3ClinicalTrials.gov query records

54PubMed query records

6Selected publications shown

Sources: ClinicalTrials.gov query · PubMed query · Retrieved 2026-10-06

Mechanism & Pharmacology

The research record for Ipamorelin is organized around secretagogue-related peptide research, ligand-response studies, peptide characterization, and analytical workflows. For Ipamorelin, those subjects define the literature and analytical context of this specific research peptide; they do not establish a clinical indication, administration route, or expected outcome.

Mechanistic or pathway language defines a research scope. It does not establish that a catalogue product produces a clinical effect.

Clinical Development

Selected exact-query registry records are shown below. Desktop displays up to six; mobile displays up to three.

NCT ID / Study	Phase	Status	Context	Last registry update
NCT00672074Safety and Efficacy of Ipamorelin for Management of Post-Operative Ileus	Phase 2	Completed	Ileus	2017-04-14
NCT01280344Safety and Efficacy of Ipamorelin Compared to Placebo for the Recovery of Gastrointestinal Function	Phase 2	Completed	Gastrointestinal Dysmotility	2017-04-13
NCT07717866Trifecta Research Study	Not stated	Active Not Recruiting	PTSD - Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Cognitive Dysfunction, Brain Injury, Depression - Major Depressive Disorder, Suicidal Ideation	2026-07-21

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov search · Retrieved 2026-10-06

Selected Literature6 important records shown

Selected Literature

Selected PubMed record

Ipamorelin, the first selective growth hormone secretagogue.

European journal of endocrinology · 1998 Nov

PMID 9849822

Selected PubMed record

Injectable Peptide Therapy: A Primer for Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Physicians.

The American journal of sports medicine · 2026 Jan

PMID 41476424

Selected PubMed record

Therapeutic Peptides in Orthopaedics: Applications, Challenges, and Future Directions.

Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Global research & reviews · 2026 Jan 1

PMID 41490200

Selected PubMed record

Peptide Supplements and Their Therapeutic Applications in Sports Medicine.

The American journal of sports medicine · 2026 Aug 11

PMID 42578445

Selected PubMed record

Safety and Efficacy of Approved and Unapproved Peptide Therapies for Musculoskeletal Injuries and Athletic Performance.

Sports medicine (Auckland, N.Z.) · 2026 Aug

PMID 41966639

Selected PubMed record

Ipamorelin, a new growth-hormone-releasing peptide, induces longitudinal bone growth in rats.

Growth hormone & IGF research : official journal of the Growth Hormone Research Society and the International IGF Research Society · 1999 Apr

PMID 10373343

Source: PubMed search results · Retrieved 2026-10-06

Identity & ChemistryProduct-form fields

Identity & Chemistry

Compound / Blend: Ipamorelin (Ipa)
Available Specifications: 2mg, 5mg, 10mg
Pack Format: 10 Vials
CAS Number: 170851-70-4
Molecular Formula: C38H49N9O5
Molecular Weight: 711.85 g/mol
Amino Acid Count: 5
Sequence: Aib-His-D-2-Nal-D-Phe-Lys-NH2
Synonyms: Ipamorelin
Physical Form: Lyophilized powder

Identity fields describe the named catalogue record and must not be generalized to a different salt, counter-ion, hydrate or formulation.

Source: PubChem CID 9831659 · Product form must still be matched to the catalogue and batch record.

Research Tools for Ipamorelin

Review the selected registry records and open the module-level ClinicalTrials.gov query for the current result set.

Open Clinical Development

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Open Lab Results & COA

Storage & Laboratory HandlingDocumentation-led controls

Storage & Laboratory Handling

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Regulatory Status

FDA status must be checked by exact drug product, formulation and indication; catalogue availability does not establish approval.

Source: FDA Drugs@FDA · Checked 2026-10-06

Authoritative Data Summary

Ipamorelin Research Summary

Identity

Ipamorelin (Ipa); specifications: 2mg, 5mg, 10mg. Identity fields describe the named catalogue record and must not be generalized to a different salt, counter-ion, hydrate or formulation.

Mechanism

Evidence

3 registry records and 54 PubMed records were returned by the displayed query on 2026-10-06; counts are not quality ratings.

Regulatory context

FDA status must be checked by exact drug product, formulation and indication; catalogue availability does not establish approval.

Ipamorelin is represented here by the catalogue identity Ipamorelin (Ipa). Identity fields describe the named catalogue record and must not be generalized to a different salt, counter-ion, hydrate or formulation. The product record lists 2mg, 5mg, 10mg as the currently available specifications. The research context is organized around this product-specific scope: The research record for Ipamorelin is organized around secretagogue-related peptide research, ligand-response studies, peptide characterization, and analytical workflows. For Ipamorelin, those subjects define the literature and analytical context of this specific research peptide; they do not establish a clinical indication, administration route, or expected outcome. The synchronized searches returned 3 ClinicalTrials.gov records and 54 PubMed records for the displayed query. A registry count includes records with different designs, statuses and populations, while a publication count can include reviews, preclinical work and unrelated uses of a shared abbreviation; neither count is a quality score. For regulatory interpretation, FDA status must be checked by exact drug product, formulation and indication; catalogue availability does not establish approval. Clinical findings apply only to the studied drug product, formulation, population and protocol. NOVABIO product specifications and batch documentation are separate catalogue records and do not inherit clinical outcomes from external studies. This profile supports identity checking, source tracing and laboratory record review; it does not certify a batch, recommend treatment, provide dosing instructions or replace current official labeling and professional judgment.

Sources: PubMed · ClinicalTrials.gov · FDA · NOVABIO product record

FAQ4 evidence-bounded answers

Ipamorelin FAQ

What is Ipamorelin?

What research records are indexed for Ipamorelin?

The synchronized query returned 3 ClinicalTrials.gov records and 54 PubMed records on 2026-10-06; review the linked searches because counts and record status can change.

Is Ipamorelin FDA approved?

FDA status must be checked by exact drug product, formulation and indication; catalogue availability does not establish approval.

Does this page provide dosing guidance?

No. This research profile provides identity, evidence, chemistry, regulatory and documentation context without dosing or treatment instructions.

Sources, Methodology & Last Verified

Official sources: ClinicalTrials.gov, NCBI PubMed, FDA, available PubChem records, and NOVABIO product and COA records.
Query retrieved: 2026-10-06T12:08:49Z
Inclusion: Exact identity terms and traceable registry, publication, chemistry, regulatory or catalogue fields.
Limitations: Search counts can include mixed evidence types and shared-name records; individual records require direct review.
Prepared by: NOVABIO Research
Reviewed date: 2026-10-06
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