Capromorelin
Capromorelin hydrochloride
N/A Amino Acids · MW: N/A
Amino Acids
N/A
Molecular Weight
N/A
Half-life
about 2-3 hours
Research Score
4.1
Studies
55
Storage
Store lyophilized at -20°C, reconstituted at 2-8°C
What is Capromorelin?
Capromorelin is a ghrelin receptor agonist that stimulates growth hormone release and increases appetite. It is best known in veterinary medicine, but it has also been explored in human research settings.
Key Benefits & Mechanisms
GH secretagogue activity
appetite stimulation
oral administration
translational animal model utility
Research Summary
Research consistently shows capromorelin activates the ghrelin receptor pathway and increases food intake. Human development has been less prominent than veterinary use, but the compound remains a relevant GH secretagogue prototype.
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