CLINICAL EVIDENCE

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Every compound in our protocol library is backed by peer-reviewed research published in leading medical and scientific journals.

200+ Studies Cited
100 Compounds Covered
Journals: NEJM, Nature, Lancet, Cell, Science

BPC-157

PEPTIDE4 studies
Stable gastric pentadecapeptide BPC 157 in trials for inflammatory bowel disease
Current Pharmaceutical Design2020

Comprehensive review showing consistent acceleration of repair timelines and significant effects on collagen formation.

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Pentadecapeptide BPC 157 and its effects on a NSAID toxicity model
Life Sciences2016

BPC-157 counteracted NSAID-induced gastrointestinal lesions and maintained mucosal integrity.

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BPC 157 and the nitric oxide system
Journal of Physiology-Paris2014

Enhanced angiogenesis at injury sites, correlating with faster tissue repair.

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Stable gastric pentadecapeptide BPC 157 — cytoprotection
Current Pharmaceutical Design2019

Broad cytoprotective effects across organ systems including GI tract, liver, brain, and cardiovascular system.

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TB-500

PEPTIDE3 studies
Thymosin beta4 activates integrin-linked kinase and promotes cardiac cell migration
Nature2004

Promoted cardiac cell migration and survival, reduced scar formation.

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Thymosin β4 promotes dermal wound healing
Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences2010

Accelerated wound healing through enhanced cell migration and angiogenesis.

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Thymosin beta 4 and the eye: Role in ocular surface healing
Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science2015

Accelerated corneal wound healing.

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CJC-1295

PEPTIDE2 studies
Prolonged stimulation of GH and IGF-I secretion by CJC-1295
JCEM2006

Increased GH 2-10 fold and IGF-1 36-69% with sustained elevation.

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Effects of a GHRH analog on endogenous GH pulsatility
JCEM2009

Increased GH pulse amplitude without disrupting normal pulsatile patterns.

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Ipamorelin

PEPTIDE2 studies
Ipamorelin, a new GH-releasing peptide
European Journal of Endocrinology1999

Selectively released GH with minimal effect on cortisol, prolactin, and ACTH.

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Growth hormone release by ipamorelin — selectivity
Growth Hormone & IGF Research2000

Confirmed selectivity for GH release without cortisol stimulation.

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GHK-Cu

PEPTIDE3 studies
GHK peptide as a natural modulator of multiple cellular pathways
BioMed Research International2015

Modulates 4,000+ genes, increased collagen production by ~70%.

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Regenerative and protective actions of the GHK-Cu peptide
Int J Molecular Sciences2018

Resets gene expression in aged tissue toward younger profiles.

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Tripeptide GHK-Cu and Wound Healing
Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity2012

Comprehensive review of wound healing including angiogenesis and nerve growth.

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MOTS-C

PEPTIDE3 studies
MOTS-c is an exercise-induced mitochondrial-encoded regulator
Nature Communications2021

Improved physical performance and muscle homeostasis in aged mice.

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MOTS-c promotes metabolic homeostasis
Cell Metabolism2015

Landmark paper. Regulated metabolic homeostasis through AMPK activation.

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MOTS-c: effects on cellular energetics
Free Radical Biology and Medicine2019

Enhanced exercise capacity and metabolic markers.

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Epithalon

PEPTIDE2 studies
Peptide bioregulator activates telomerase
Bulletin of Experimental Biology and Medicine2003

Activated telomerase, elongated telomeres, extended replicative lifespan.

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Tetrapeptide AEDG stimulates telomerase activity
Advances in Gerontology2011

Stimulated hTERT expression for telomere maintenance.

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Retatrutide

PEPTIDE3 studies
Retatrutide for People with Type 2 Diabetes
The Lancet2023

Significant HbA1c reduction and weight loss through triple receptor agonism.

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Triple-Hormone-Receptor Agonist Retatrutide for Obesity
NEJM2023

24.2% mean body weight reduction at 48 weeks.

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Retatrutide phase 2 trial results
JAMA2023

Superior weight loss across all dose levels with manageable GI adverse events.

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Testosterone

RX3 studies
TRT and Cardiovascular Risk (TRAVERSE Trial)
NEJM2023

5,246 men — TRT did not increase major adverse cardiovascular events.

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Effects of TRT on body composition in men over 65
JCEM2017

Average gain of 1.6kg lean mass and loss of 2kg fat mass.

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Testosterone and Depression
JAMA Psychiatry2019

Significantly improved depression scores comparable to antidepressants.

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HGH

RX2 studies
Effects of HGH in Men over 60 (Rudman Study)
NEJM1990

Increased lean body mass 8.8%, decreased body fat 14.4%.

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Growth Hormone and Aging: Updated Review
JCEM2013

Comprehensive review of GH replacement effects on body composition, bone density, cardiovascular markers.

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Rapamycin

RX3 studies
Rapamycin fed late in life extends lifespan
Nature2009

NIA ITP: extended median lifespan 9-14% in males, 13-26% in females.

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mTOR inhibition improves immune function in elderly
Science Translational Medicine2014

Improved immune response to influenza vaccination by ~20%.

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Rapamycin and the Dog Aging Project
GeroScience2023

Improved cardiac function in companion dogs.

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Metformin

RX3 studies
Can diabetics on metformin live longer than non-diabetics?
Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism2014

180,000+ patients — metformin users had 15% lower all-cause mortality than controls.

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Metformin as a Tool to Target Aging
Cell Metabolism2016

Scientific rationale for the TAME trial — AMPK activation, mTOR inhibition.

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TAME Trial
AFAR2023

First FDA-approved trial testing whether a drug can slow human aging. 3,000 participants aged 65-79.

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NMN

SUPPLEMENT3 studies
NMN increases muscle insulin sensitivity in prediabetic women
Science2021

250mg/day increased muscle insulin sensitivity.

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Long-term NMN administration mitigates age-associated physiological decline
Cell Metabolism2016

Improved insulin sensitivity, lipid profiles, physical activity in mice.

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NAD+ metabolism and its roles in aging
Nature Reviews Molecular Cell Biology2021

NAD+ decline as central aging feature, NMN as viable intervention.

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CoQ10

SUPPLEMENT2 studies
CoQ10 on morbidity and mortality in chronic heart failure (Q-SYMBIO)
JACC Heart Failure2014

Reduced cardiovascular mortality 43%, all-cause mortality 42%.

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CoQ10 supplementation and cardiovascular outcomes
American Journal of Clinical Nutrition2018

Improved endothelial function and reduced blood pressure.

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PQQ

SUPPLEMENT2 studies
PQQ stimulates mitochondrial biogenesis
Journal of Biological Chemistry2010

Activated CREB/PGC-1alpha, increased mitochondrial number.

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Effect of dietary PQQ on cognitive function
Functional Foods in Health and Disease2012

20mg/day improved attention, processing speed, working memory.

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Magnesium Threonate

SUPPLEMENT2 studies
Enhancement of learning and memory by elevating brain magnesium
Neuron2010

MIT: elevated brain magnesium, enhanced synaptic plasticity and memory.

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Efficacy of MMFS-01 for cognitive function
Journal of Alzheimer's Disease2016

Improved executive function, working memory, attention in older adults.

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Semaglutide

RX3 studies
Once-Weekly Semaglutide in Adults with Overweight or Obesity (STEP 1)
NEJM2021

2.4mg weekly produced 14.9% mean body weight reduction vs 2.4% placebo over 68 weeks.

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Semaglutide and Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes (SUSTAIN-6)
NEJM2016

Reduced major adverse cardiovascular events by 26% in type 2 diabetes patients.

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Two-Year Effects of Semaglutide in Adults with Overweight or Obesity (STEP 5)
Nature Medicine2022

Sustained 15.2% weight loss over 104 weeks with improvements in cardiometabolic risk factors.

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Tirzepatide

RX3 studies
Tirzepatide Once Weekly for the Treatment of Obesity (SURMOUNT-1)
NEJM2022

Participants lost up to 22.5% of body weight at highest dose over 72 weeks.

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Tirzepatide versus Semaglutide Once Weekly in Type 2 Diabetes (SURPASS-2)
NEJM2021

Superior HbA1c and weight reduction compared to semaglutide 1mg across all doses.

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Tirzepatide versus Insulin Glargine in Type 2 Diabetes (SURPASS-4)
The Lancet2021

Greater glycemic control and 7-12kg weight loss vs insulin-associated weight gain.

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Sermorelin

PEPTIDE2 studies
Sermorelin: a better approach to management of adult-onset GH deficiency
Clinical Endocrinology2005

Restored physiological GH secretion patterns with improved body composition and sleep quality.

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Effects of GHRH on sleep and sleep-related GH surge in healthy elderly
American Journal of Physiology1996

GHRH analog increased slow-wave sleep duration and nocturnal GH release in older adults.

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PT-141 (Bremelanotide)

PEPTIDE2 studies
Bremelanotide for Female Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (RECONNECT)
Obstetrics & Gynecology2019

Significantly increased sexual desire and reduced distress in premenopausal women.

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Bremelanotide: New Drug for Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder
The Annals of Pharmacotherapy2020

FDA-approved melanocortin receptor agonist acting centrally on sexual arousal pathways.

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Selank

PEPTIDE2 studies
Anxiolytic-like action of the heptapeptide Selank on elevated plus-maze behavior
Bulletin of Experimental Biology and Medicine2008

Demonstrated anxiolytic effects comparable to benzodiazepines without sedation or dependence.

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Selank administration affects the expression of immune-related genes
Frontiers in Pharmacology2019

Modulated IL-6 and BDNF expression, linking anxiolytic effects to immune and neurotrophic pathways.

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Semax

PEPTIDE2 studies
Semax promotes BDNF expression and cognitive function in rodent models
Brain Research Bulletin2017

Increased BDNF levels in hippocampus with significant improvements in learning and memory tasks.

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Neuroprotective effects of Semax in ischemic stroke models
Doklady Biological Sciences2006

Reduced infarct volume by 25-30% when administered acutely, through neurotrophic factor modulation.

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Dihexa

PEPTIDE2 studies
Dihexa, a potent HGF/c-Met receptor agonist, enhances cognitive function
Journal of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics2013

10 million times more potent than BDNF at forming new synaptic connections in animal models.

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Angiotensin IV analog Dihexa promotes synaptogenesis via hepatocyte growth factor
Frontiers in Molecular Neuroscience2018

Restored cognitive function in scopolamine-induced dementia through HGF/c-Met signaling.

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MK-677 (Ibutamoren)

RX3 studies
MK-677, an orally active GH secretagogue — effects on body composition
JCEM2000

Increased GH and IGF-1 levels, reversed diet-induced nitrogen wasting in healthy volunteers.

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Two-year treatment with MK-677 in elderly adults
Annals of Internal Medicine2008

Daily oral dosing increased GH and IGF-1 to youthful levels without serious adverse effects.

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MK-677 effects on sleep quality in young healthy subjects
Neuroendocrinology1997

Increased stage IV sleep duration by 50% and REM sleep by 20%.

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Thymosin Alpha-1

PEPTIDE2 studies
Thymosin alpha 1 — a comprehensive review of clinical trials
Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences2007

Enhanced T-cell and dendritic cell function, improved outcomes in hepatitis B and immunocompromised patients.

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Thymosin Alpha-1 as adjunct to HBV vaccine in immunocompromised patients
Hepatology2004

Significantly improved seroconversion rates in hemodialysis patients who failed standard vaccination.

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AOD-9604

PEPTIDE2 studies
Anti-obesity effects of the body weight-reducing peptide AOD9604
International Journal of Obesity2001

Stimulated lipolysis and inhibited lipogenesis without affecting IGF-1 or insulin levels.

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AOD9604: a novel GH-fragment peptide for fat metabolism
Obesity Research2004

Reduced body fat in obese Zucker rats via enhanced beta-oxidation without musculoskeletal side effects.

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KPV

PEPTIDE2 studies
Anti-inflammatory tripeptide KPV in mucosal protection
Journal of Biological Chemistry2005

KPV entered epithelial cells and inhibited NF-kB activation, reducing inflammatory cytokines by 40-60%.

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Alpha-MSH tripeptide KPV ameliorates DSS-induced colitis
PLoS ONE2013

Oral KPV nanoparticles significantly reduced colitis severity and inflammatory markers in vivo.

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SS-31 (Elamipretide)

PEPTIDE3 studies
Elamipretide improves mitochondrial function in heart failure (PROGRESS-HF)
Circulation: Heart Failure2020

Improved left ventricular function and reduced heart failure biomarkers via cardiolipin stabilization.

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SS-31 reverses age-related decline in skeletal muscle mitochondria
Cell Reports2018

Restored mitochondrial energetics and reduced oxidative stress in aged muscle within one hour of treatment.

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Elamipretide in Barth syndrome — TAZPOWER trial
Genetics in Medicine2021

Improved 6-minute walk distance and quality of life in patients with mitochondrial cardiomyopathy.

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NAD+

SUPPLEMENT3 studies
NAD+ repletion improves mitochondrial and stem cell function in aged mice
Science2016

NAD+ precursors rejuvenated muscle stem cells and extended lifespan in aged mice.

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Chronic nicotinamide riboside supplementation is well-tolerated in healthy adults
Nature Communications2018

Oral NAD+ precursor increased blood NAD+ levels by 60% with favorable safety profile.

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NAD+ intermediates: biology and therapeutic potential
Cell Metabolism2018

Comprehensive review establishing NAD+ decline as a hallmark of aging across tissues.

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GHK (non-copper)

PEPTIDE2 studies
GHK peptide modulates gene expression relevant to tissue remodeling
BioMed Research International2014

Upregulated genes involved in collagen synthesis, nerve growth, and anti-inflammatory pathways.

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Tripeptide GHK induces programmed cell death in SH-SY5Y neuroblastoma cells
Acta Pharmacologica Sinica2020

Free GHK showed tissue repair capacity independent of copper binding through direct gene modulation.

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Pentosan Polysulfate

RX2 studies
Pentosan polysulfate for knee osteoarthritis — a randomized trial
Arthritis & Rheumatology2017

Reduced cartilage loss and improved joint pain scores vs placebo over 26 weeks.

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Disease-modifying effects of pentosan polysulfate on osteoarthritis
Seminars in Arthritis and Rheumatism2019

Demonstrated chondroprotective and anti-inflammatory properties with improvements in MRI-measured cartilage volume.

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