Mitochondrial

SS-31 (Elamipretide)

Compounding-legal

Also known as: Bendavia

The mitochondrial cardiolipin stabilizer — restores energy production in damaged mitochondria.

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Mechanism

Mitochondrial-targeted tetrapeptide. The mitochondrial cardiolipin stabilizer — restores energy production in damaged mitochondria. For full mechanism, dosing protocol, and stacking guidance, ask the AI Advisor or open the compound in-app.

Peer-Reviewed Studies (2)

Elamipretide for HFpEF Phase 2

JACC · 2017

Improved diastolic function in HFpEF patients.

PubMed PMID 29162280 →

SS-31 Stabilizes Cardiolipin and Restores Mitochondrial Function

Aging Cell · 2013

Demonstrated cardiolipin binding and ATP restoration.

PubMed PMID 23496142 →

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