Peptide List: What Each Peptide Is For
Treatment decisions start with a medical evaluation by board-certified neurologist Dr. Charles Kamen, MD. We do not sell peptides over the counter. The education-only entries below explain substances we do not offer. For the FDA-approved options, see the FDA-approved peptide list.
Tissue repair & recovery
Growth hormone support
Hormone & sexual wellness
Cognitive & neurological support
Semax
A peptide studied for cognition and focus - supervised by a board-certified neurologist in Las Vegas.
Selank
A peptide studied for calm focus and stress resilience - supervised by a board-certified neurologist in Las Vegas.
DSIP (Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide)
A peptide studied for sleep and stress regulation - supervised by a board-certified neurologist in Las Vegas.
Skin, hair & longevity
Metabolic & longevity
MOTS-c
A mitochondrial-derived peptide studied for metabolism and energy - physician-supervised in Las Vegas.
AOD-9604
A growth-hormone fragment peptide studied for fat metabolism - physician-supervised in Las Vegas.
5-Amino-1MQ
A small molecule studied for metabolism and fat cells - physician-supervised in Las Vegas.
Immune & longevity
Medical weight management
Peptide blends & recovery
Wolverine Blend (BPC-157 + TB-500)
A recovery-focused stack combining BPC-157 and TB-500 - evaluated and supervised by a physician in Las Vegas.
KLOW Blend (GHK-Cu + KPV + BPC-157 + TB-500)
A multi-peptide blend (GHK-Cu, KPV, BPC-157, TB-500) studied in recovery and skin contexts - physician-supervised in Las Vegas.
FDA Status and Evidence Only
These substances are on FDA's Category 2 list or have no FDA-approved form and no compounding pathway. Each page explains the FDA status and the research. They are not offered as treatments.
CJC-1295 & Ipamorelin
A commonly marketed growth hormone peptide pairing with no FDA-approved form. The regulatory record and the evidence for using the combination are separate questions.
MK-677 (Ibutamoren)
An oral growth hormone secretagogue that FDA lists in Category 2. It is not FDA-approved; the available research is limited and does not establish a longevity benefit.
Dihexa
An experimental compound studied in animals for memory. It is not FDA-approved, has no compounding pathway, and has no controlled human-trial evidence.
Cerebrolysin
A brain-derived peptide preparation sold abroad but not approved in the U.S. Most of the human research concerns acute stroke, with no clear benefit on death or dependency.
P-21
An experimental compound studied in animal models of Alzheimer's disease. It is not FDA-approved, and no human trials have been published.
Ipamorelin
A growth hormone releasing peptide with no FDA-approved form and a Category 2 listing for 503B compounding. The human evidence is short-term and limited.
GHRP-2
A growth hormone releasing peptide on FDA's Category 2 list for 503B compounding. It is not FDA-approved, and its human evidence is limited to short-term physiology studies.
GHRP-6
A growth hormone releasing peptide on FDA's Category 2 list for 503B compounding. It is not FDA-approved; the clearest human effect is increased growth hormone and appetite.
IGF-1 LR3
A long-acting research analog of IGF-1 with no FDA-approved form. It has no human clinical-trial evidence; the approved IGF-1 drug is a different molecule.
Kisspeptin
A reproductive-hormone peptide that FDA lists in Category 2 for 503A compounding. It is not FDA-approved, and the human research belongs mainly to reproductive endocrinology.
This list is not exhaustive. Other peptides may be considered when medically appropriate, but only after Dr. Charles Kamen, MD has evaluated you. No peptide is prescribed or dispensed without that physician evaluation.
Peptide Therapy in Las Vegas - FAQ
What are peptides?
Peptides are short chains of amino acids - the same building blocks that make up proteins - that act as signaling molecules in the body. In medicine, specific peptides are used to support functions such as metabolism, recovery, sleep, and tissue repair. At LiveNow Longevity, peptides are only considered as part of a physician-supervised plan, never sold over the counter.
Are peptides legal in Nevada?
Some peptides are FDA-approved medications, some are available through licensed compounding pharmacies, and others remain investigational and are not appropriate to prescribe. Because the legal and regulatory status differs from one peptide to the next and can change over time, the most accurate answer for your situation comes from a licensed physician. At LiveNow Longevity, any peptide is prescribed only when it is legal, appropriate, and supported by a medical evaluation.
How much does peptide therapy cost?
Care begins with an $88 medical evaluation, where Dr. Charles Kamen, MD reviews your labs, history, and goals. The cost of any therapy itself depends on what is medically appropriate for you, so a precise figure is something your physician can give you after that evaluation - we do not quote treatment pricing before a doctor has reviewed your case.
Are peptides prescribed without a medical evaluation?
No. We are a physician practice, not a peptide retailer. Every peptide we consider is prescribed and supervised by board-certified neurologist Dr. Charles Kamen, MD, and only after a complete medical evaluation. We do not sell or dispense peptides over the counter.
Questions people ask about peptide therapy
Physician-reviewed answers to the questions patients ask most before starting peptide therapy:
- Which peptides are FDA-approved?
- How does peptide therapy work?
- Is peptide therapy safe?
- Do you need a prescription for peptides?
- How much does peptide therapy cost?
- Is peptide therapy legal in Nevada?
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- Are peptides legal in the US?
- Which peptides did FDA approve most recently?
- Peptide myths vs facts
Physician-Led in Las Vegas
Not sure which peptide is right for you?
That is exactly what the medical evaluation is for. Dr. Kamen reviews your labs, history, and goals and recommends a protocol only if it is appropriate. Serving Las Vegas, Henderson, Summerlin, Green Valley, and the broader Nevada area.
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