Peptides for Neurological Health
Peptides investigated for neuroprotection, cognitive function, and neurological conditions including stroke, TBI, and neurodegeneration.
Important
This page lists peptides that have been studied in the context of neurological health research. Inclusion does not mean a peptide is safe, effective, approved, or recommended.
Do not use this page to make health decisions. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider.
18 peptides
Lanreotide (Somatuline Depot)
FDA ApprovedAn FDA-approved monthly injection (Somatuline Depot) that blocks the overproduction of certain hormones, used for acromegaly (a condition caused by...
Octreotide (Sandostatin, Sandostatin LAR, Mycapssa, Bynfezia Pen)
FDA ApprovedAn FDA-approved injection (Sandostatin) that helps control the overproduction of certain hormones in the body. It is used to treat acromegaly (excess...
Cerebrolysin
Late-Stage ClinicalAn injectable medication derived from pig brain tissue that provides brain cell-nourishing support, used clinically in over 40 countries for stroke...
Intranasal Insulin
Late-Stage ClinicalRegular human insulin delivered via nasal spray to bypass the blood-brain barrier, targeting central insulin receptors for cognitive enhancement,...
NSI-189 (also known as Amdiglurax, ALTO-100, ALTO-300)
Early ClinicalA small molecule (not actually a peptide) that stimulates growth of new brain cells in the hippocampus (the brain's main memory and learning center)...
Selank
Early ClinicalA synthetic peptide developed and used clinically in Russia for reducing anxiety and supporting cognitive function. It works by calming the brain's...
Semax
Early ClinicalA synthetic peptide developed and used clinically in Russia as a nasal spray for stroke recovery and improving mental sharpness. It boosts natural...
Sermorelin (Geref)
Early ClinicalA synthetic peptide that stimulates the pituitary gland (a small gland in the brain) to release growth hormone naturally by mimicking the body's own...
VIP (Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide); Aviptadil (synthetic VIP); ZYESAMI; RLF-100
Early ClinicalA natural peptide that relaxes blood vessels, reduces inflammation, and protects nerve cells throughout the body and brain. A synthetic version was...
PACAP-38
Limited HumanA natural brain peptide that protects nerve cells and affects blood vessels, playing a key role in migraine biology. Researchers are actively...
Pinealon
Limited HumanA synthetic short peptide from pineal gland research that has shown brain-protective effects in laboratory and animal studies by reducing damage from...
Cortagen
PreclinicalA synthetic short peptide originally derived from a brain extract, studied in laboratory and animal research for nerve repair and brain protection....
Dihexa
PreclinicalA research peptide that showed memory improvements in animal studies by promoting new connections between brain cells. No human trials have been...
Humanin
PreclinicalA tiny natural peptide produced by mitochondria (the energy-producing parts of your cells), first discovered in 2001 in Alzheimer's disease research...
N-Acetyl Selank Amidate
PreclinicalA chemically stabilized version of Selank, an anti-anxiety peptide developed in Russia, modified to last longer in the body. No human trials exist...
NA-Semax Amidate
PreclinicalA chemically stabilized version of Semax, a brain-protective peptide developed in Russia, modified to last longer in the body. No human trials exist...
P21 (P021)
PreclinicalA synthetic short peptide designed to stimulate new brain cell growth, boost brain-nourishing proteins, and potentially slow Alzheimer's-related...
PE-22-28
PreclinicalA synthetic peptide that blocks a specific brain channel involved in mood regulation, producing rapid antidepressant-like effects and stimulating new...