Peptide · Research-only

GHRP-2

A growth-hormone-releasing peptide (pralmorelin); an unapproved research chemical, banned in sport.

Key facts

  • Also known as: pralmorelin
  • Status: Research-only
  • Used for: GH secretagogue
  • Natural counterpart: A synthetic mimic of ghrelin, the natural GH-releasing hormone.
  • Target enzyme / receptor: Ghrelin receptor (GHS-R1a) — GPCR
  • Signalling pathway: Gαq → PLC → pituitary growth-hormone release
    In plain terms: Hits the hunger-hormone receptor to spike growth-hormone release.
  • Crystal / cryo-EM structure: Available  PDB 7F9Y ↗

Status & safety

This is sold as an unapproved “research chemical” (labelled “not for human use”). It is not approved, is unregulated, and carries real safety and legal risks. We cover it for information, not to encourage buying or using it.

Research & clinical studies

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