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Kisspeptin-10 (Kisspeptin-10 (Metastin 45-54))

Category: Sexual Health. Status: Research compound.

The shortest bioactive kisspeptin fragment, a master regulator of reproduction. Activates GnRH neurons to stimulate the HPG axis, increasing LH, FSH, and sex hormones.

How it works

Binds KISS1R on GnRH neurons, stimulating GnRH pulsatile release for LH/FSH secretion. Also enhances limbic sexual arousal circuits.

Key facts

  • Molecular weight: 1,302 Da
  • Half-life: 4-6 min (IV) / 20-30 min (SubQ)
  • Bioavailability: High (IV/SubQ)
  • Storage: Lyophilized: -20°C. Reconstituted: use immediately.

Dosing overview

  • Typical dose: 1-10 nmol/kg
  • Frequency: Single dose or daily
  • Duration: Acute or short-course
  • Route: IV or Subcutaneous

Reported benefits

  • Stimulates GnRH naturally
  • Increases LH and testosterone
  • Enhances sexual arousal (fMRI data)
  • Potential fertility aid
  • HPG axis diagnostic tool

Possible side effects

  • Hot flashes
  • Headache
  • Transient LH surge
  • Nausea (rare)

Research

  • Kisspeptin-10 and sexual brain processing in men (2022): Increased limbic brain activity to sexual stimuli by 40% and improved penile tumescence.
  • Kisspeptin restores LH pulsatility in hypothalamic amenorrhea (2021): Restored LH pulses in women with functional HA, suggesting fertility therapeutic potential.

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