Tesamorelin
Educational resource. Not medical advice. No dosing or instructions.
Safety grade
5/10
Moderate
Also known as
egriftaegrifta svtesamorelin
AA sequence
Not available yet.
What it is
Tesamorelin is a synthetic peptide designed to act on the GHRH pathway, which can influence growth hormone signaling and downstream metabolic effects. It is studied primarily in human clinical contexts where changes in body composition and related biomarkers are relevant. This entry summarizes mechanisms, evidence quality, and safety considerations without providing dosing, preparation, or administration instructions.
Why people are interested in this peptide and how it is commonly discussed in real-world wellness, rehabilitation, and athletic communities.
Why people are interested
- a synthetic peptide designed to act on the GHRH pathway, which can influence growth hormone signaling and downstream metabolic effects
- studied primarily in human clinical contexts where changes in body composition and related biomarkers are relevant
- weight-loss support (commonly discussed)
- metabolic health support (anecdotal)
Tesamorelin is a GHRH analog with FDA approval in specific indications. Outside that context, risk/benefit depends on medical oversight and individual factors.
Common reasons people consider it
- Indication-specific reduction in visceral adipose tissue (in approved context)
- Interest in body composition and metabolic parameters (outside label: evidence varies)
Most commonly reported downsides
- Joint pain (arthralgia)
- Muscle pain (myalgia)
- Swelling or fluid retention
- Numbness or tingling sensations
Rare but important symptoms to watch for
These are uncommon, but if they occur, stop and seek medical care.
- Severe allergic symptoms — seek emergency care
- Severe swelling, shortness of breath, or chest pain — seek medical care
Who should be cautious
- History of malignancy or active cancer
- Pregnant or breastfeeding people
- People with uncontrolled diabetes or significant glucose dysregulation
Interactions summarize known or plausible ways this peptide may intersect with medications, supplements, or physiologic states. Use this as a risk-awareness map: what to ask about, what to watch for, and what deserves a clinician conversation.
Medication classes
Supplement classes
None
Other peptides
None
Developmental risk is flagged due to limited adolescent data and uncertain long-term effects. Endocrine, growth, neurodevelopmental, and metabolic setpoints may be sensitive to perturbation. This section is descriptive only; uncertainty is explicitly acknowledged.
pubmed_tesamorelin_hiv_lipodystrophy
Grade: human_interventional
Tesamorelin for HIV-associated lipodystrophy / visceral adiposity (human clinical literature)
Anchor for human clinical evidence base; PMID/year can be finalized in evidence pass.
fda_tesamorelin_label
Grade: regulatory_label
FDA label / prescribing information for tesamorelin (brand varies by region/time)
Regulatory context anchor; finalize exact label URL/year in later pass.
Exists as an approved prescription drug in specific indications/contexts (region- and label-dependent). Also discussed in research and off-label circles; this app describes evidence and risk without providing instructions. Synthetic peptide related to the GHRH class (growth hormone–releasing hormone analog). Discussed here for mechanism, evidence, and safety context only; not a use guide.
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