Sermorelin Acetate

Aperçu du produit

Sermorelin represents the 1–29 amino acid fragment of endogenous human GHRH. Unlike direct HGH injections that bypass the body's regulatory mechanisms, sermorelin stimulates the pituitary to produce and release GH naturally. Its effects are regulated by somatostatin negative feedback, making overdose difficult and preserving natural GH pulse patterns. Originally FDA-approved in 1997 for children with GH deficiency; now used off-label via compounding pharmacies.

Mécanisme d'action

Sermorelin binds to GHRH receptors (GHRHR) on pituitary somatotroph cells, stimulating HGH synthesis and release in natural pulsatile bursts. Somatostatin feedback prevents overstimulation, and sermorelin promotes hGH gene transcription to maintain the growth hormone neuroendocrine axis — the first system to deteriorate with age.

Principaux avantages

Natural GH Stimulation — Stimulates the body's own HGH production in physiological pulsatile patterns, avoiding the side effects and tachyphylaxis associated with exogenous HGH injections.

Weight Loss & Metabolism — Boosts muscle mass through exercise synergy, increasing metabolic rate. Improves blood sugar utilization and supports body composition improvement.

Skin Health & Anti-Aging — HGH protects cells from damage and influences collagen and elastin gene expression, keeping skin plump and youthful with fewer fine lines and wrinkles.

Muscle Tone & Strength — Supports lean muscle maintenance, particularly important given the natural 3–5% muscle loss per decade starting at age 30. Enhances results when combined with strength training.

Cognitive Function & Mood — GHRH supplementation increases GABA function, which reduces cognitive disorders and improves mental function, memory, and mood. Counters age-related GH decline associated with stress, anxiety, and depression.

Energy & Recovery — Dual benefit of muscle building and fat loss improves overall metabolism, energy levels, and vitality. Accelerates post-exercise recovery.

Références

1. Prakash A, Goa KL. Sermorelin: a review of its use in the diagnosis and treatment of children with GH deficiency. *BioDrugs.* 1999;12(2):139–157.
2. Russell-Aulet M, et al. Aging-related GH decrease is a selective hypothalamic GHRH pulse amplitude mediated phenomenon. *J Gerontol A Biol Sci Med Sci.* 2001;56:M124–M129.
3. Xu Z. Growth hormone-releasing hormone. *Handbook of Hormones.* Academic Press. 2016:144–145.