Ss-31 (elamipretide)
Peptide therapy: benefits, side effects, cost and protocols
C32H49N9O5
Elamipretide (SS-31), sold as Forzinity, is a mitochondrial cardiolipin binder approved for Barth syndrome treatment. It targets mitochondrial dysfunction by stabilizing the inner mitochondrial membrane and improving cellular energy production.
Sources: FDA / PubMed / ClinicalTrials.gov View
Spec sheet
- FDA status
- Research Only Not currently approved for human use in the US. Available as a research compound. Not eligible for compounding.
- Evidence
- Anecdotal
Who it's for
Who Ss-31 (elamipretide) is usually considered for
- Mitochondrial function
- 1 preclinical study
- Cellular energy
- Oxidative stress protection
- Tissue repair
- No published clinical studies found
Mechanism
How Ss-31 (elamipretide) works
Targets cardiolipin in mitochondrial membrane, optimizing electron transport chain function and reducing reactive oxygen species.
Evidence
Key studies
126 papers on PubMed
- 01
Doxycycline induces mitochondrial dysfunction in aortic smooth muscle cells
- 02
Yap C, Wanga S, Wüst RCI et al
In Vitro / Vascul Pharmacol
- 03
Doxycycline induces mitochondrial dysfunction in aortic smooth muscle cells
- 04
Elamipretide(SS-31) Attenuates Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis by Inhibiting the Nrf2-Dependent NLRP3 Inflammasome in Macrophages
- 05
Nie Y, Li J, Zhai X et al
In Vitro / Antioxidants (Basel)
- 06
Elamipretide attenuates idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis via Nrf2-dependent NLRP3 inflammasome inhibition
Compound
Ss-31 (elamipretide) compound data
- Formula
- C32H49N9O5
- Mol. weight
- 639.8 g/mol
- PubChem CID
- 11764719 ↗
- IUPAC
- (2S)-6-amino-N-[(1S)-2-amino-1-benzyl-2-oxo-ethyl]-2-[[(2S)-2-[[(2R)-2-amino-5-guanidino-pentanoyl]amino]-3-(4-hydroxy-2,6-dimethyl-phenyl)propanoyl]amino]hexanamide
FAQ
Ss-31 (elamipretide) questions
What is SS-31 (ELAMIPRETIDE)?
SS-31 (Elamipretide) is a mitochondria-targeted peptide researched for its ability to improve cellular energy production and protect against oxidative stress.
How does SS-31 (ELAMIPRETIDE) work?
Targets cardiolipin in mitochondrial membrane, optimizing electron transport chain function and reducing reactive oxygen species.
Is SS-31 (ELAMIPRETIDE) legal to buy?
SS-31 (ELAMIPRETIDE) is sold as a research chemical for laboratory use only. It is not approved for human use by the FDA. Regulations vary by jurisdiction.
Where can I buy SS-31 (ELAMIPRETIDE)?
SS-31 (ELAMIPRETIDE) is available as a research compound from verified online vendors. Always verify third-party testing before purchasing.
What category does SS-31 (ELAMIPRETIDE) belong to?
SS-31 (ELAMIPRETIDE) is primarily classified as a tissue repair & healing peptide. Peptides studied for their potential in wound healing, tendon/ligament repair, gut healing, and general tissue regeneration.
What are the research benefits of SS-31 (ELAMIPRETIDE)?
SS-31 (ELAMIPRETIDE) has been studied for: Mitochondrial function, Cellular energy, Oxidative stress protection, Tissue repair. Cellular energy repair; mitochondrial targeting.
News
Ss-31 (elamipretide) in the news
Can This Peptide Help You See Better? - Men's Health
Men's Health / 6 months ago
New Research Highlights 10 Peptides You Shouldn’t Be Using - Outside Magazine
Outside Magazine / 5 months ago
Beneficial effects of SS-31 peptide on cardiac mitochondrial dysfunction in tafazzin knockdown mice - Nature
Nature / 47 months ago
Everything to Know about Trendy Peptide Injections and Glow Stacks - NewBeauty
NewBeauty / 5 months ago
How Do SS-31 and Klow Peptide Compare for Tissue Regeneration? - TechBullion
TechBullion / 6 months ago
News aggregated via Google News. Inclusion does not imply endorsement.
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