Research Peptides Directory

Find detailed peptide profiles for Semaglutide, BPC-157, Tirzepatide, and more. Filter by category, development stage, or search by name.

Research Peptide Profiles

Development Stage
Regulatory Approval

Semaglutide

Metabolic & Weight Loss

Semaglutide is a GLP-1 weight loss drug (brand names Wegovy and Ozempic) that helps reduce appetite and control blood sugar. It's FDA-approved and is one of the most prescribed obesity medications worldwide.

Tirzepatide

Metabolic & Weight Loss

Tirzepatide is a dual-action weight loss drug (brand names Zepbound and Mounjaro) that targets two hormone receptors to reduce appetite and improve blood sugar. It's FDA-approved and delivers stronger weight loss than semaglutide.

Retatrutide

Metabolic & Weight Loss

Retatrutide is an investigational triple-action weight loss peptide that targets three metabolic pathways at once. In clinical trials, it's produced the strongest weight loss results ever seen from a drug — nearly 29% body weight reduction.

BPC-157

Injury, Repair & Recovery

BPC-157 is a healing peptide originally derived from a protein found in the human stomach lining. It's best known for potentially speeding up recovery from injuries to muscles, tendons, ligaments, and the gut. It may work by calming inflammation at injury sites, boosting blood flow to damaged tissue, and helping new blood vessels form — all of which support faster healing. It's especially popular for gut health, where it may help repair the stomach lining and protect against ulcers and irritation. BPC-157 may also support wound healing by improving collagen production, and some research suggests it could help with nerve-related pain by reducing inflammation. It's one of the most widely studied and commonly used peptides in the research community.

Oxytocin

Hormones & Endocrine (Non-GH)

Oxytocin is the 'bonding hormone' peptide that plays a role in social connection, trust, and emotional well-being. It's naturally released during hugging, childbirth, and breastfeeding.

NAD+

Longevity & Cellular Health

NAD+ is a critical molecule for cellular energy production and repair that declines with age. Supplementing NAD+ precursors may help improve energy levels, brain function, and slow aspects of aging.

Semax

Cognition, Mood & Neuroprotection

Semax is a brain-boosting peptide that may help with focus, memory, and mental clarity. It's available as a nasal spray and is approved in Russia for neurological conditions.

MK-677 (Ibutamoren)

Growth Hormone / IGF-1 Axis

MK-677 is an oral growth hormone booster that may improve sleep quality, increase muscle mass, and speed up recovery. Unlike most peptides, you take it as a pill instead of an injection.

CJC-1295 (Modified GRF 1-29)

Growth Hormone / IGF-1 Axis

CJC-1295 is a growth hormone-releasing peptide that may boost your body's natural growth hormone production. It's often paired with Ipamorelin for enhanced effects on recovery, sleep, and body composition.

Melanotan II

Skin, Hair & Aesthetics

Melanotan II is a tanning peptide that stimulates melanin production to darken skin without sun exposure. It also has effects on libido and appetite suppression.

CJC-1295 with DAC

Growth Hormone / IGF-1 Axis

CJC-1295 with DAC is a long-acting growth hormone-releasing peptide that stays active in the body for days rather than hours. It provides a sustained boost to natural growth hormone production.

PT-141 (Bremelanotide)

Sexual Health & Libido

PT-141 (Bremelanotide) is a sexual health peptide that may boost libido and arousal in both men and women. It works through the brain rather than the blood vessels, making it different from Viagra-type drugs.

IGF-1 LR3

Growth Hormone / IGF-1 Axis

IGF-1 LR3 is a modified version of insulin-like growth factor 1, a natural hormone your body produces that plays a key role in muscle growth and cell repair. The modification makes it last much longer in the body (about 20–30 hours vs. 12–15 for regular IGF-1) and keeps more of it active in the bloodstream. It may promote muscle growth by stimulating protein synthesis and activating the cells responsible for building new muscle fibers. Beyond muscle, it may also support the growth and repair of cartilage, bone, and other tissues. At higher doses, IGF-1 LR3 can have insulin-like effects on blood sugar, so monitoring is important. Its extended activity and potency make it one of the strongest growth-promoting peptides studied, but it requires careful dosing.

Tesamorelin

Growth Hormone / IGF-1 Axis

Tesamorelin is an FDA-approved growth hormone-releasing peptide primarily used to reduce belly fat in people with HIV-related lipodystrophy. It boosts natural growth hormone production.

Sermorelin

Growth Hormone / IGF-1 Axis

Sermorelin is a growth hormone-releasing peptide that stimulates your pituitary gland to produce more GH naturally. It's FDA-approved for diagnosing GH deficiency and is popular for anti-aging protocols.

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About the Directory

How the Research Peptides Directory Works

The PeptideWiki directory organizes research peptides into clear, evidence-based profiles covering mechanisms, dosing, safety, and research status. Browse by category, development stage, or peptide name to compare compounds across weight loss, recovery, growth hormone, cognition, longevity, and more.

Categories

Peptides are grouped by their primary research focus and biological activity, including metabolism, growth hormone signaling, tissue repair, cognition, inflammation, aesthetics, cellular health, sexual health, and endocrine function.

Development Stage

Shows how far a peptide has progressed in the research pipeline. Preclinical compounds are still in laboratory or animal models. Phase 2, 3, and 4 compounds have moved further through human research. Discontinued compounds are no longer being actively developed.

Regulatory Approval

Shows whether a peptide has been cleared by a health authority or is still limited to research. "Not Approved" means no clinical clearance. "Investigational" means still under study. "FDA Approved" means cleared in the United States for specific indications.