Sermorelin
A compounded growth-hormone-releasing hormone analog peptide, given as a subcutaneous injection and overseen by a licensed provider.
Subcutaneous injection · Active ingredient: compounded sermorelin acetate, a growth-hormone-releasing hormone analog peptide. Prepared by a licensed compounding pharmacy as a sterile subcutaneous injection. Your pharmacy label lists the full ingredients and concentration.
All in: provider, medication, labs, shipping included. Starts at $149/mo.
Compounded sermorelin; compounded drugs are not FDA-approved and are not evaluated by the FDA for safety, efficacy, or quality.
A licensed provider decides if it’s appropriate. A consultation doesn’t guarantee a prescription.
More than a prescription
Care, not just a refill
- Visits with a U.S.-licensed provider
- Your compounded medication, if prescribed
- Lab orders and review when clinically needed
- Unlimited messaging with your care team
- Free, discreet shipping
- Pause or cancel anytime
How it works
What it is and how it works
The science
Sermorelin is a synthetic peptide built from the active fragment of growth-hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH). It binds GHRH receptors in the pituitary gland and signals the pituitary to release the body's own growth hormone. Because it works through the body's natural pulsatile release and feedback signals rather than supplying growth hormone directly, those regulatory loops stay in place. This describes a studied mechanism; it is not a claim of any specific result, and individual results vary.
Taking it
Subcutaneous injection
Sermorelin is a subcutaneous injection, typically taken at the dose and timing your provider prescribes, often before bed and on an empty stomach since food can blunt growth hormone release. Rotate injection sites, use proper sterile technique, and store as the pharmacy directs. Do not exceed your prescribed dose. Refills follow a 12-week cadence with provider check-ins.
Common side effects
Most side effects are mild and tend to ease as your body adjusts. This isn’t a complete list. Your provider reviews the full picture with you and what to watch for.
- Pain, redness, swelling, or itching at the injection site
- Flushing or warmth
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Trouble swallowing or tightness, reported rarely
Important safety information
Compounded sermorelin is not FDA-approved and is not evaluated by the FDA for safety, efficacy, or quality. It is a prescription peptide that is not appropriate for everyone, including people who are pregnant or breastfeeding or who have an active cancer, and it should not be combined with other growth-hormone-affecting therapies unless a provider directs it. Common side effects include injection-site pain, redness, swelling, or itching, plus flushing, headache, dizziness, and nausea; difficulty swallowing or tightness has been reported rarely. Tell your provider your full medical history, allergies, and all medications and supplements before starting. A licensed provider decides whether sermorelin is clinically appropriate for you, and a consultation does not guarantee a prescription. Stop use and seek emergency care for signs of a serious allergic reaction such as trouble breathing or swelling of the face, lips, or throat. This is not medical advice.
Sermorelin is available by prescription only and only where a licensed provider determines it’s clinically appropriate. This information is educational and not a substitute for advice from your provider. Individual results vary. If you experience a serious reaction, seek medical care; for emergencies call 911.
Questions
Sermorelin FAQ
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