Hexarelin

Growth Hormone SecretagogueResearch Use Only

Also known as: Examorelin, HEX, His-D-2-methyl-Trp-Ala-Trp-D-Phe-Lys-NH2

Hexarelin is a synthetic hexapeptide growth-hormone secretagogue and ghrelin-receptor agonist commonly referenced in research literature for potent stimulation of growth-hormone release. It is also studied for signaling at cardiac-related receptors. This entry is educational and research-use-only and is not medical advice.

Typical range (research)

Commonly referenced in literature around 100 mcg per administration, one to three times daily (research reference only)

Half-life

~55 minutes to ~1 hour

Route

Subcutaneous (research)

Common use

Studied as a potent growth-hormone secretagogue in growth-hormone axis research

Common vial sizes

2 mg · 5 mg

Storage

Lyophilized powder stored refrigerated or frozen away from light; reconstituted solution refrigerated (2–8 °C) and used within a few weeks

Stacking notes

Sometimes paired with a GHRH analog such as CJC-1295 No DAC in research protocols

Reported side effects

Transient prolactin or cortisol elevation cited in studiesWater retention reported anecdotallyInjection-site reactionPossible receptor desensitization with continued use cited in studies

Regulatory note: Not an approved therapeutic; sold for research purposes only

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