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Peptide ComparisonGhrelin vs GHRP-2
Both are GH / IGF Axis peptides.
Ghrelin
acyl ghrelin
Half-life: ~24 min (initial), ~146 min (terminal)
3 providers listed
GHRP-2
Growth Hormone Releasing Peptide 2
Half-life: 15–60 minutes
41 providers listed
Ghrelin carries stronger published evidence (RCT, 9 key studies) than GHRP-2 (Cohort study, 2); both are research compounds.
Ghrelin
Evidence
Half-life
~24 min (initial), ~146 min (terminal)
GHRP-2
Evidence
Half-life
15–60 minutes
| Your goal | Better option |
|---|---|
| Stronger clinical evidence | Ghrelin |
| Less frequent dosing (longer half-life) | Ghrelin |
| More provider options (3 vs 41) | GHRP-2 |
Research summary only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified provider before making any decisions.
Ghrelin
GHRP-2
Ghrelin
Associations of PYY, GLP-1 and LEAP2 with changes in feeding-related cognition, body weight and glucose homeo…
A Secondary, Subgroup Analysis of Alcohol Cue-Exposure Craving in Response to Pharmacological Inhibition of t…
Constant intravenous ghrelin infusion in healthy young men: clinical pharmacokinetics and metabolic effects
Metabolomic and proteomic analysis of ghrelin administration in mice infected with Echinococcus granulosus.
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About Ghrelin
Must be acylated at Ser3 (by GOAT enzyme) for GHSR-1a binding. Receptor activation in the pituitary stimulates GH release; hypothalamic action via NPY/AgRP neurons increases appetite and reduces energy expenditure.
About GHRP-2
Synthetic hexapeptide that stimulates pulsatile growth hormone release from the anterior pituitary by acting on the ghrelin receptor (GHSR-1a). Commonly stacked with GHRH analogs such as CJC-1295 or Sermorelin to amplify GH output synergistically.
Information below reflects published research data only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified provider before use.
Ghrelin
Under clinical review
Being verified by our medical team before we display contraindications for this peptide.
GHRP-2
Under clinical review
Being verified by our medical team before we display contraindications for this peptide.
GHRP-2 stimulates GH and cortisol release. Research protocols measure IGF-1 for GH axis response and baseline cortisol given the compound's adrenal stimulation. Glucose markers are standard given GH's effect on insulin sensitivity.
GHRP-2
Corticosteroids
Research notes that GHRP-2 stimulates cortisol and ACTH release via the HPA axis. Combined use with corticosteroid medications may affect glucocorticoid regulation. Consult your prescriber before combining.
Ghrelin
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GHRP-2
Where to source these peptides
Ghrelin
3 listed
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Providers offeringGHRP-2
41 listed
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