CJC-1295A long-acting analog of growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH). Small human studies exist; it was never approved.…Not authorized in Canada
IpamorelinA growth hormone-releasing peptide described in 1998 as the first selective GH secretagogue. Never approved; Health…Not authorized in Canada
SermorelinA shortened form of natural GHRH, reviewed in 1999 for use in children with growth hormone deficiency. We found no…Not authorized in Canada
TesamorelinA GHRH analog studied and approved for excess abdominal fat in people with HIV-associated lipodystrophy. Its Canadian…Not currently marketed in Canada
GHRP-2 and GHRP-6Synthetic growth hormone-releasing peptides whose study led to the discovery of the natural hormone ghrelin. Not…Not authorized in Canada
HexarelinA potent GH-releasing peptide. In a 16-week human study its effect faded with continued use and body composition didn't…Not authorized in Canada
MK-677 (Ibutamoren)MK-677 is often lumped in with peptides, but it is an oral non-peptide drug that acts on the ghrelin receptor. A…Not authorized in CanadaEvidence at a glance
Status and evidence table
| Peptide | Canada status | Human evidence |
|---|---|---|
| CJC-1295 | Not authorized in Canada | Limited: small or low-quality human studies |
| Ipamorelin | Not authorized in Canada | Very limited: almost all animal or cell studies |
| Sermorelin | Not authorized in Canada | Limited: small or low-quality human studies |
| Tesamorelin | Not currently marketed in Canada | Moderate: some randomized human trials, specific uses (HIV-associated abdominal fat) |
| GHRP-2 and GHRP-6 | Not authorized in Canada | Limited: small or low-quality human studies |
| Hexarelin | Not authorized in Canada | Limited: small or low-quality human studies |
| MK-677 (Ibutamoren) | Not authorized in Canada | Limited: small or low-quality human studies; one trial stopped for a safety signal |
Status reflects Health Canada's peptide pages, its April 2026 advisory and the Drug Product Database as checked on November 10, 2026. Authorized products carry an 8-digit DIN (drugs) or NPN (natural health products).