Tissue Repair and Regenerative Peptides
3 compounds in this family, each with its recorded mechanism, routes of administration, safety notes and references to published literature.
- IlomastatIlomastat (also known as galardin or GM‑6001) is a research‑grade, broad‑spectrum matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) inhibitor belonging to the hydroxamic‑acid peptidomimetic class. It is investigated for anti‑inflammatory, antifibrotic, radioprotective and anti‑cancer applications in pre‑clinical models, and has been formulated for topical ocular delivery. The compound is not approved for any therapeutic indication and is used experimentally via intravenous, subcutaneous or topical routes.
- PrezatidePrezatide (copper‑tripeptide‑1, also known as GHK‑Cu) is a copper‑binding peptide approved for prescription use in wound‑repair and regenerative applications. It is administered by subcutaneous injection or as a topical formulation and is incorporated into several combination products aimed at stimulating hair growth, reducing scar tissue, and improving scalp conditions such as dandruff. Clinical and pre‑clinical studies report enhanced hair density, decreased scar visibility, and accelerated wound‑closure, although most data derive from open‑label or animal investigations.
- Rusalatide acetateRusalatide acetate (also known as TP508 or Chrysalin) is a synthetic peptide under investigation for tissue‑repair applications. Preclinical and early‑phase clinical studies have examined its ability to mitigate radiation‑induced gastrointestinal injury, accelerate healing of chronic diabetic foot ulcers, and promote bone fracture repair. The compound is delivered locally or by injection and remains an investigational agent rather than an approved medication.