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Updated 2025-10-15. Numbers and descriptions here follow the published literature rather than marketing material.
Tesamorelin is a synthetic peptide that belongs to the growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) family. Its sequence corresponds to the fully active 44-amino-acid form of human GHRH, with a single structural modification: the addition of a trans-3-hexenoyl group at the N-terminus. That modification is not found in the naturally occurring hormone and was introduced deliberately during development to improve stability against enzymatic degradation. The compound is therefore best described as a stabilized analogue rather than a naturally occurring peptide.
The native hormone is produced in the hypothalamus and acts on the anterior pituitary. Binding of GHRH to its receptor stimulates synthesis and release of growth hormone into circulation. Because the analogue retains the receptor-binding region of the parent sequence, it engages the same receptor and triggers the same downstream signaling. The result is increased growth hormone secretion from pituitary cells, which in turn influences hepatic production of insulin-like growth factor 1. This axis is the basis for the compound's measured biological effects.
Quantitation of the peptide relies mainly on reversed-phase high-performance liquid chromatography with ultraviolet detection, typically at 214 nanometers, where the peptide bond absorbs. Identity is confirmed by mass spectrometry, most often electrospray ionization coupled to liquid chromatography, and by peptide mapping after enzymatic digestion. Because related impurities differ only slightly in sequence or modification, method development emphasizes resolution rather than speed. Purity is usually reported as a percentage of the main peak area, with individual impurities listed separately when they exceed a defined reporting threshold.
Stability testing examines how the molecule changes under controlled stress. Thermal stress, light exposure, and extremes of pH are applied separately so that each degradation route can be attributed to a specific cause. The main observed changes are oxidation, deamidation, and aggregation into dimers or higher-order species. Accelerated studies at elevated temperature are used to estimate behavior over longer periods, though such extrapolation carries uncertainty. For a lyophilized powder, residual moisture and the choice of bulking agent strongly influence how quickly these changes appear.
Practical handling centers on limiting moisture, oxygen, and temperature excursions. Lyophilized material is generally held at or below minus twenty degrees Celsius, protected from light and kept sealed until use. Once reconstituted, solutions are typically kept cold and used within a short window because hydrolysis and microbial growth both accelerate in liquid form. Repeated freeze-thaw cycles are avoided, since they promote aggregation. Vial contents should be inspected for particulates and clarity before analysis, and working aliquots are prepared to reduce the number of times the stock is opened.
| Property | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Molecular formula | C221H366N72O67S | Reflects a 44-residue peptide with one N-terminal modification |
| Approximate molecular weight | 5136 Da | Sequence length and single acyl group determine the mass |
| Appearance | White to off-white lyophilized powder | Typical form of a purified synthetic peptide |
| Solubility class | Soluble in water and aqueous buffer | Peptide backbone favors aqueous dissolution |
| Common synonyms | GHRH(1-44) analogue; Egrifta | Descriptive name and approved brand name |
Tesamorelin is a synthetic peptide of 44 amino acids that reproduces the sequence of human growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) and carries a trans-3-hexenoyl group on its N-terminal tyrosine. That small fatty-acid modification blocks cleavage by dipeptidyl peptidase-4, the enzyme that rapidly degrades native GHRH in plasma. The result is a molecule with a longer circulating half-life than the natural hormone while retaining the same receptor target. It is supplied as a lyophilized powder for reconstitution and belongs to the broader class of GHRH analogs studied for effects on pituitary growth hormone secretion.
Development work on the compound, originally designated TH9507, focused on conditions in which reduced growth hormone signaling is thought to contribute to altered body composition. The United States Food and Drug Administration approved it in 2010 for the treatment of excess visceral abdominal fat in adults with human immunodeficiency virus infection and lipodystrophy. Later research examined other populations, including adults with mild cognitive impairment, where a large trial did not meet its primary endpoints. This mixed record illustrates how a single mechanism can produce clear effects in one setting and inconclusive results in another.
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稳定性研究通常考察温度、光照、湿度和 pH 对肽链的影响。冻干粉在低温避光条件下较为稳定，复溶后则需控制保存时间并避免反复冻融。肽类可能发生氧化、脱酰胺、水解和聚集，这些变化会改变色谱纯度。强制降解实验用于识别主要降解途径并验证分析方法的专属性。
Tesamorelin is a synthetic peptide built from 44 amino acids and classified with the growth hormone–releasing hormone family. Its sequence corresponds to the human GHRH(1-44) backbone, carrying one structural change at the amino terminus. That change is a trans-3-hexenoyl group placed where the natural peptide would have an unmodified end. The modification is the feature that separates the compound from the endogenous hormone in name, in stability, and in how it is handled in the laboratory.
The hexenoyl cap slows the enzyme step that trims the amino terminus of native GHRH, the same step that shortens its active lifetime in circulation. As a result, the modified peptide persists longer in plasma than the unmodified hormone in side-by-side comparison. Receptor activity stays broadly comparable, because the added group sits away from the residues that contact the binding site. This combination, preserved receptor activity with reduced degradation, explains why the analog was developed instead of the native sequence.
Identity and purity are assessed with reversed-phase high-performance liquid chromatography, which separates the peptide from truncated or oxidized forms. Mass spectrometry confirms the expected molecular weight, and peptide mapping after enzymatic digestion verifies the amino acid sequence. Water content is measured because residual moisture affects stability, and tests for aggregates or particulates are standard for injectable peptides. Circular dichroism can indicate whether the molecule has adopted an unexpected secondary structure in solution.
Research supply is often accompanied by a certificate of analysis listing chromatographic purity, mass confirmation, and storage conditions. Laboratories compare that document with an independent test when material is intended for bench work, since certificates describe a batch rather than an individual vial. Published studies usually state the source and purity of the peptide because small differences in purity can shift measured activity. Full analytical validation is rarely reported, which leaves batch-to-batch comparability an open question.
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It shares the 44-residue sequence of human GHRH but carries an added trans-3-hexenoyl group at its N-terminus. That addition does not occur in the natural hormone and serves mainly to resist enzymatic breakdown. The receptor target and signaling pathway remain the same.
It binds the growth hormone-releasing hormone receptor on anterior pituitary cells. Activation of that receptor promotes synthesis and release of growth hormone. The effect propagates through the growth hormone and insulin-like growth factor 1 axis.
Native GHRH is cleared quickly by peptidases, which limits how long it can stimulate its receptor. The added group hinders one of the primary cleavage enzymes. The practical consequence is a longer period of receptor activity per dose.
Reversed-phase high-performance liquid chromatography with ultraviolet detection is the standard technique for purity and content. Mass spectrometry provides orthogonal confirmation of identity. The two are normally used together rather than in isolation.