Compound Library
Research Briefs
Descriptive compound summaries citing primary literature. Each brief covers chemistry, mechanism, published research, storage, and limitations — anchored to PubMed citations.
For Laboratory Research Use Only
Content on this page describes published research findings. LUMEN BASED does not make therapeutic claims. Consult the primary literature and your institutional review board for protocol design. These products are not for human consumption.
BPC-157
A synthetic pentadecapeptide studied in preclinical models for tissue repair, gut protection, and the nervous system — not approved for human use.
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CJC-1295
A long-acting growth-hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) analog studied in early human and animal work — investigational, not approved, used non-medically, and subject to anti-doping detection.
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GHK-Cu
A naturally occurring copper-binding tripeptide studied in preclinical models for skin regeneration, tissue repair, and anti-aging — widely used in cosmetics, but lacking human clinical efficacy trials for most claims.
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Ipamorelin
A selective growth-hormone secretagogue (ghrelin-receptor agonist) studied in animal models — investigational, never approved, and prohibited in competitive sport.
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Retatrutide
An investigational triple GIP/GLP-1/glucagon receptor agonist in late-stage trials — not approved by any regulator, and supplied here as research-grade material for laboratory use only.
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Semaglutide
An approved GLP-1 receptor agonist (Ozempic / Wegovy / Rybelsus) for type 2 diabetes and weight management — supplied here as research-grade material for laboratory use only, not the approved medicine.
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TB-500
A synthetic peptide based on thymosin β-4, an actin-binding protein studied in preclinical models for tissue repair — not approved for human use, and banned in sport.
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Tirzepatide
An approved dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist (Mounjaro / Zepbound) for type 2 diabetes and weight management — supplied here as research-grade material for laboratory use only, not the approved medicine.
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For Research Use Only. All LUMEN BASED compounds are strictly for in vitro laboratory research by qualified researchers. Not for human or animal consumption. Not approved by the FDA for therapeutic use. Content on this page describes published findings and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation of any kind.